This looks cool,wonder what the over/under is for price?
Here’s a few more teaser pictures and specs.
This is prototype 2.0. Production won’t be available until late 2025. Price unknown at this time
20in jaws
30in throat
1800 lbs approximately
22in wheel
Cast iron construction
8 in jaw opening
6 in offset jaw
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Put me down for dibs on the pre order list so I can start a go fund my vise stash!
Im getting tingly!!
1800 lbs weight? So no need to bolt to the floor!
all I can say is wow, just make sure we can finance at 0% for 10 years!!!
Jason, have you considered hydraulic instead of the screw mechanism? Hydraulic presses are hydraulic for a reason as screw presses are limited (old type setting presses come to mind). Twin hydraulics, foot pedal control for open and close? Yeah, not the direct mechanicals that I think you prefer, but maybe more functional.
The vise has a option for a bottle jack just like the original prototype. A air cylinder or air bag could be used instead.
I have always advocated for the “bigger is better” discussion. I have found my next vise. 2025 can’t get here soon enough.