Vise Dimensions???

[Luke McLeod]

I am designing a travel box/bench for myself and would like to know the dimensions of the major vises out there (with bases), as I do not know which vise I will be replacing my $15 BPS vise with when it dies (I am currently very happy with it.) I need just a rough length-width-height measurements just so I can leave a space in the box that will accommodate most any vise. I am a woodworker and would like to make my own box. I already have a design in mind, please no suggestions on purchasing one. Thanks for your time. Luke McLeod

[Bugsy]

Just measured these... (all non-rotary vises; others may have larger bases)

Griffin: 5-1/2(l) x 4(w) x 3-1/2(h)

Dyna King; same

HMH: 5-3/4 x 4 x 2-3/4

[clearwater]

It may be wise to make whatever you decide to constuct to hold the vise base is "adjustable". If you're like most of us.....you're gonna change vises eventually.

[Luke McLeod]

That's why I'm asking, I'd like to leave a space big enough to accomodate just about any vise in the center of the box with adjustable hold-downs. Thanks. Luke

[herefishy]

One thing I've noticed is that c-clamp vises have a longer stem - about 3 inches longer - than pedestal vises.

[Derik]

What about this, make a space that is big and put down a piece of foam to hold it in place when the case is shut.

[Luke McLeod]

One thing I've noticed is that c-clamp vises have a longer stem - about 3 inches longer - than pedestal vises.

I can accomodate 10" with my current design, do you think this will be enough? Luke

[herefishy]

My Regal c-clamp would need at least 11", but you don't have to get that vise.

[oldfrat]

Renzetti Traveler: 10"L x 5-1/2" W.

[CoachBob]

Cabela's kit box size seems to fit any vise. 11 3/4" x 8". Have used it for traveler, regal, crown and dynaking. should be a good footprint to follow.