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Summary: Multi Purpose Tool
Comment: I was looking to buy a vise for my workbench but when I saw this tool I thought it would be a little bit more versatile than a regular vise. Was I wrong, it is a lot more versatile than a regular vise! Since buying the standard bench I have bought the two extra jaws and the tool tray. This tool is well built works very smoothly and is easily folded up and taken anywhere. I have used the log holding jaws the hard rubber jaws and the engineers jaws and am very pleased with all. This tool will cost you more than a regular vise but it can be used for far more applications.The vise jaws have a lot of holding power so be careful when clamping anything that is fragile.
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Summary: Superjaws, where have you been all my life???
Comment: I've had the Triton for about 8 months. I use it for wood sculpture and all sorts of other work that would be awkward any other way. It's a gem! I keep it outside under a tarp, usually, but it's been rained on, with lots of dust exposure, and hasn't skipped a beat. Would a mechanic give up his Vice Grips? No way! Likewise, I wouldn't give this thing up for anything, except maybe the new Rockwell version that's a little heavier. Maybe.
I have the Log Jaws too, and they are very effective. I'll probably get the Engineering Jaws sooner or later. If you work with awkward shapes and need to release and reposition frequently with two hands free, you won't regret this thing, and with the free shipping it's really a bargain.
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Summary: workbench
Comment: If you are a one man workcrew you have got to get one of these. Unbelievably easy to set up and strong as superman's kneecap. Worth evey penny.
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Summary: not cheap, but good
Comment: I'm very happy with the design and quality of this versatile tool. It is expensive, but if you have the money, it will be a tool that will last and you can pass down.
It has a good heft and stability, easily moved (and folded if needed) not too heavy, not too light, no sharp edges - well thought out and constructed.
It is especially good for welding, because of its mostly metal construction, hands-free clamping action, and strength for holding odd shaped things in unusual positions -- but you will probably need to pay even more for the metal engineer jaws. Changeover of the jaws is quick and simple. I welded a piece of square tubing onto the bottom of a 1/4" x 2' x 2' steel plate and it makes a great little welding table clamped into the stand.
The soft jaw inserts that come with it allow you to clamp wood without marring. The movable jaw can be reversed to make a huge (30" IIRC) clamping range. The foot pedal has enough "feel" so that you can clamp lightly or with tremendous force. I also bought the side-tray - can be handy, but I'm not sure worth the price. I have not used it with the log jaws.
The height is not adjustable. The plastic slider on the front to switch between clamp and release is inset and DOES need to be done by hand. It takes some time to learn to remember to do it before you have your hands full. I don't think these are flaws though, just design decisions that allow it to be sturdy and simple.
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Summary: triton superjaws workbench
Comment: I really like this tool, I make rustic furniture and the vise portion of this tool has great ability to hold large and small pieces. I like the foot operated control for the vise as it lets me use my hands while I secure a piece. I am amazed at how much pressure this vise produces for actual hold down, it is also very easy to reposition a piece. Very solid in construction and it is heavy duty. My only compliant is the three legged tripod needs a better way to keep the legs on the deck.IE; when I have a log in the vise and I am using a draw knife for cleaning bark then it wants to tilt one leg off the floor, I used sand bags to hold legs in place
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