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Wilton 400S Machinist Bench Vise, 4-Inch Jaw Width

Precision machined body holds tight tolerances useful for metalwork and fine assembly

✎ PickHonest Research Desk▦ Updated May 22, 2026◷ 3 min read

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Wilton 400S Machinist Bench Vise, 4-Inch Jaw Width
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Wilton 400S Machinist Bench Vise, 4-Inch Jaw Width

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Precision machined body holds tight tolerances useful for metalwork and fine assembly

  • 4-inch jaw width
  • No swivel base (stationary)
  • Precision machined body
  • Serrated steel jaws

Pros

  • Precision machined body holds tight tolerances useful for metalwork and fine assembly
  • Fixed (non-swivel) base is more rigid than a swivel-base equivalent
  • Serrated steel jaws grip metal stock firmly without slipping

Cons

  • No swivel base limits working angle flexibility
  • Serrated jaws will mar wood unless covered with soft jaw caps
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