Can't decide on a bench vise

[dsphil]

I can't decide between this 2 bench vise, rotating or standard vise. One is big and heavy with rotating feature capable of 9,000lb clamping force made from ductile iron. The other one is light and compact made from forged steel with 5-6,000lb of clamping force without the rotating feature. Both are in the $200 range and seem to be quite good.
What are other pros and cons of the two? Any suggestions?

[M-technik-3]

the thread that just goes on and on. it's all vises

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=44782

[Nader393]

Cruise craigslist for a Wilton bullet vise. But people selling decent vises have generally caught on, so you'll likely get a deal if it's an unmentioned finding at a regular garage sale. Or find an auction for shop equipment like Bidadoo. That's where I got a used $700 Wilton for about $75, as part of a lot.

[AndrewBird]

Both the vises you post look really shitty. Skip ANY vise that has a stupid rotating head like the 2nd one. DO NOT buy Asian made vises, they will break.

Do as Nader said.

[LJ851]

Nothing more to say, i agree with all 3 responses.

[F34R]

I have a 7" Wilton, just check everyday on CL for one...anything under 200 is a STEAL for a large bench vice, I got mine for the cost of gas :D

[noid]

If you want something new, get this:

http://www.amazon.com/Ridgid-66997-6-inch-Forged-F-Series/dp/B001T9J68I

[dsphil]

Yup.