This writer is a life-long woodworker with lots of experience with woodworking vises. But he has always dreamed of a large mechanic's vise because they are exceptionally useful, but sadly a high quality affordable one has been elusive. Not any more. Here it is.
The body is overall 18'' long, sits 9'' high and rotates 360 on its swivel base. Jaw width is 5'' and maximum clamping capacity is 7-1/4''. Weight 39 lbs. The jaws have 2 grooves for holding thin round stock and large under-slung pipe jaws for large round stock. Turning the small lower handle 90? unlocks the jaws and gives you an instant quick release feature, making the vise easy to work rapidly. We think it's as nice a mechanic's vise we have seen in many years and it's exceptionally affordable. Highly recommended.
