Wilton 28813 Mechanics Pro Vise 8 in Jaw 360 Swivel

Product Description

The WILTON 28813 is a heavy-duty mechanics pro vise built for professional shop environments where clamping strength, precision, and durability are non-negotiable. It features an 8 inch jaw width and 8.5 inch jaw opening, giving technicians a wide grip range for large workpieces. The enclosed spindle design and precision machined round slide bar deliver smooth, consistent clamping action with reduced wear over time. A needle roller thrust bearing supports the swivel base, allowing full 360-degree rotation that locks down at any position via a double lockdown base. The large anvil surface adds versatility for light forming and striking work. Weighing 65 pounds, this vise is built from iron for long service life in demanding trade and industrial applications.

The WILTON 28813 is suited for metal fabrication shops, automotive repair facilities, machine shops, and heavy trade work environments. The movable jaw and swivel base combination accommodates irregularly shaped or oversized workpieces that fixed-position vises cannot handle effectively. Four mounting points provide a stable, bolt-down footprint on a workbench or pedestal stand. The high-visibility design aids workflow in busy shop settings. This vise is typically installed by machinists, millwrights, and experienced mechanics who require a stationary clamping solution at a dedicated workstation.

Key Features

• 8 inch jaw width and 8.5 inch jaw opening for large workpiece capacity
• 360-degree swivel base with double lockdown for secure positioning at any angle
• Enclosed spindle and precision machined round slide bar for smooth, durable operation
• Needle roller thrust bearing supports swivel movement under heavy load
• Large anvil surface for forming and striking tasks
• Four mounting points for rigid bench or pedestal installation

Compatibility

Designed as a heavy-duty bench vise for professional shop and trade use; compatible with standard workbench and pedestal vise mounting configurations that accept a four-point bolt-down pattern.

Installation Notes

Installation is typically performed by a qualified machinist or shop technician. Mount to a solid workbench or pedestal stand rated to support the vise weight and anticipated clamping loads, using all four mounting points with appropriate hardware. Verify the mounting surface is flat and level before final tightening to prevent rocking or misalignment. Do not use this vise to clamp workpieces that exceed the rated jaw opening or apply side loads that could damage the slide bar or swivel mechanism.