Quote Originally Posted by Tom Bussey View Post
I really like tail vises and I think every bench should have one. If not then a wagon vise will work in a pinch. I also prefer a shoulder vise to a leg vise. Shoulder vise hardware from Lee Valley will set on back about $35. I use the same hardware for wagon vises. And for course my leg vise.

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^^^ This. Completely agree, I use a shoulder on the front and a smaller one for the tail. Also put the closest holes only 3/4" from the front - enables me to use combo planes (mostly beading) off the front edge.