Bessey’s new toggle clamps ($20), made for securing workpieces on shopmade jigs, self-adjust for almost any workpiece. They come in two sizes, one for workpieces up to 2 in. thick, and another for workpieces up to 2-3/4-in. thick. Say good-bye to raising the clamps with blocks to handle thicker workpieces, and fussing with the bolt above the clamp pad. The Bessey clamps also have big handles and a built-in screw that adjusts clamping force.
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