Who makes Olympia vises?
Olympia Tools International engineers
From the Manufacturer Olympia Tools International engineers, develops, markets, and distributes high quality hand tools at an affordable price. The Olympia Bench Vises have 20,000 PSI casting with black oxide spindles and handles. The heavily reinforced 4 lug base swivels 270 degrees and has a powder coated finish.
Where is Olympia bench vise made?
the USA
A: This vise is made in the USA. Helpful?
What is a good size vise?
For general household DIY, a 4- to 5-inch vise is large enough to handle most tasks. (This measurement is the length of the jaws from end to end and is maximum amount of contact your vise has with the workpiece.)
What is throat depth on vise?
3 to 4 inches
Throat depth is the vertical distance from the top edge of the jaw (flush with the bench top) down to the top of the main screw and guide rods. For these vises, 3 to 4 inches is the optimal throat depth range.
Who makes a good vice?
Top 10 Bench Vise 2022
| Bench Vise | Jaw Width | Warranty |
|---|---|---|
| Yost LV-4 Home Vise | 4 ½ inch | 1 year |
| HFS Heavy Duty Bench Vise | 4 inch | 1 year |
| IRWIN Tools Multi-Purpose Bench Vise | 5 inch | Lifetime warranty |
| Wilton Wilton Bench Vise | 6 inch | Lifetime warranty |
How thick should wood vise jaws be?
1-5/8 inches thick
Jaw Thickness: We recommend that jaws be at least 1-5/8 inches thick, which allows both secure fastening to the hardware, and room to accommodate dog holes (either square or 3/4 inch round) in the front jaw. Jaw Length: For the small vise, recommended jaw length is 12 to 15 inches.
How thick should wood be to mount a vise?
Step One: Begin by making a plate to mount the vise. I’m using a double layer of 3/4″ plywood here, since it’s dimensionally stable and strong in both directions, and can be easily cut to larger sizes without milling and gluing up panels.