Bench Vise

The design is based on a traditional style of vise once common in Europe. Stout hardwood jaws and rugged Acme threaded rods deliver all the clamping force of a standard vise but in a compact package. The narrow, profiled jaws let you work on a piece from a variety of angles. Perhaps best of all, the vise is elevated so it’s a real back-saver. The plan provides three ways to attach it to just about any worksurface or bench.