just wondered how many of u have the extension and how much does it help. also where did you get yours. the danvise is somewhat a bulky vise, when tying with 18 and smaller. also the extension would be nice with longer streamers. i have read somewhere that the jaws are switched so that it fits? by that i mean the hook sz adjustment screw is now toward u if u are a righty. will call the local shop to see if they have them or can get them. i doubt it though cause they don’t carry danvises.
i do have the vise, just want the extension
I got one for mine and it’s SO much better now. I got mine straight from Al, think it was like $20 or so, about a year ago. I’m a righty and the adjustment screw is still on the far side of the jaws
it works really well. I wish the vise was made that way in the first place. Here is how much I like it. I lucked upon a Renzetti traveler for a pittance, tried it and went back to the Danvise with extension. I sold the Renzetti.
The extension is worth the price, However for tying the small one’s 20 and smaller( I’m working on 26’s now) The Danvise just don’t do it.
I talked to Al and he tried grinding down a set of jaws and was not totally happy with the result. Then he had his hands worked on(surgery) now he dosent have a problem.
Yesterday I picked up a “Anvil Atlas Vise” after playing with “Travelers” and others and for my “Arthritic Sausage” fingers it seemed to work Great. The Early Atlas was a piece of 'Junk" I got one of the 2nd generation well made finish is good a a LOT of Room behind the jaws. And it’s built like a Tank.
Bill
I Can Stop Tying Any Time I Choose… I Just Choose Not To!
I also have a Danvise with an extension arm. The extension seemed small when it arrived, but made a big difference. Much more pleasant to tie with now. More room for the large/long bass flies. I can’t say exactly how much more space it adds. I’d go measure it, but I just got back from a three day fishing trip with the kids and I’m just too tired do it.
One of you mentioned getting the Arm from another source for less $. That pleases me a bunch; I’d rather make a sale via one of my dealers than for anyone to go directly to me. It helps them and me as well. All of you have a great day! Take care & …
I regularly tie down to size 24 with my danvise and extension! I hate to undercut Al, but you can pick up the extensions on ebay for a few bucks less.