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    Default What's this called ?

    I'm selling off a few things to fund more machinery tools.
    I've had this for years and not really used it so I'm gunna put it on ebay.
    The thing is, what's it called ? There's no brand on it and I'm not too sure how to describe it.
    I do know it's a multi configurable vise. Quick release and all. I think it might have even been advertised on TV once upon a time.

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    Hi Phaser,

    I've heard of "Multiverse" so try "Multivise"
    Best Regards:
    Baron J.

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    It's ok.
    Got it now. It's called a Zyliss multi-vise, Swiss made.

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    Wow was I that close
    Best Regards:
    Baron J.

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    Originally the Zyliss vise, it's been sold as the Z-Vise at the Woodworking Expo (and other such shows) for quite a number of years now.

    It's a bit of a "jack-of-all-trades, master of none" product and the $500 retail price is a big ask; I'm sure someone can find a use for it, I never used mine.

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    Quote Originally Posted by elanjacobs View Post
    Originally the Zyliss vise, it's been sold as the Z-Vise at the Woodworking Expo (and other such shows) for quite a number of years now.

    It's a bit of a "jack-of-all-trades, master of none" product and the $500 retail price is a big ask; I'm sure someone can find a use for it, I never used mine.
    $500 ????????? holy smokes.
    I used it once for a job that was really awkward to hold in a weird position and it did it well, but I reckon I'd rather have some more end mills.
    It would be perfect for a woodworker who loves to do detailed stuff.
    This one doesn't have Zyliss written on it so it's prob the Z-vise.

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    I'd be surprised if anyone has ever actually paid that much, it's always "on special" for less than that and if you get in late on the last day of a show you can pick one up for $300 or less when the rep is trying to clear them out.

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    Got one for $150 last day about 12 yrs ago, been used a couple of times when I needed a vice in an odd location. Like everything else, it's been in storage for 5 yrs, but the new shed erection is scheduled to start this week, then comes getting it wired and shifting 5 tons of gear and 4 cars in, then unpacking.
    I used to be an engineer, I'm not an engineer any more, but on the really good days I can remember when I was.

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    I have one (not as complete as that) and find that although not good for metal work or serious woodwork, it is ideal for wood carving. I susggest putting an ad up on the WWF site if you want to get rid of it, as they are more likely to value it over there.

    Michael

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