I’m not associated with this listing, but i thought the folks on knots would find interesting:
has a Emmert Patternmaker’s Vise turtleback
http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/wsh/tls/1323937330.html
check out link for pic:
Traditional Cabinetmakers Bench w/ Emmert Vise
6 1/2 feet long 2 1/2 feet wide
laminated front tool tray rear
top 2 1/2 inches thick presumed beech
34″ floor to top
mortise and tenon base reinforced w/ steel hardware
traditional tail vise w/ wood screw operates as it should
Emmert Patternmaker’s Vise turtleback
flush mounted as face vise
one dog short no other damage or missing parts
top needs to be flattened and refinished first three laminations need to be jointed and reglued
base is solid and really only needs to be refinished
overall bench is solid and is good candidate for restoration
for the woodworker who appreciates old tools and enjoys bringing them back into service
$750
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A few months ago, I took a deep breath, and ordered myself a Tucker patternmaker's vise. I do not regret it one bit and I use it everyday. I use all the feautres - the tilt, the rotation, the skewing jaws, the quick release, the dogs - on a regular basis. So versitile, so useful. It's a big investment, but worth every penny.
and www.flairwoodwork.spaces.live.com)
- Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. - Albert Schweitzer
Worth even more now, I should think. Veritas no longer makes it. :(
Jim
Real shame, though.If you bought this vise, you'd have to pay for shipping for all that wastewood, then cut it off and throw it away.
I've had an Emmert's turtle back for 35 years. the best $25 I ever spent!
"best $25 I ever spent!"And people are jealous of the deals I get. I could cry. Do you still have the vise?EDIT: I'll give you $26 for it!Chris @ http://www.flairwoodworks.com
and http://www.flairwoodwork.spaces.live.com) - Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. - Albert Schweitzer
Edited 8/18/2009 8:32 pm by flairwoodworks
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