buickmarti Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 Coming up on an auction soon. Trying to decide if I want to travel that far. Thanks, Jon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pnut Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 I believe it says The Columbian hardware co. Cleveland Ohio Pnut Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irondragon ForgeClay Works Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 Yep, that's what it says. A good brand. What does the rest of the vise look like and how wide are the jaws? Also it would depend on the screw & screw box being in good shape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George N. M. Posted November 21, 2020 Share Posted November 21, 2020 I get "The Columbian Vise & Mfg. Co. Cleveland, O". As Irondragon says, it's a good brand but whether it is worth the trip will depend on what shape it is in, how complete it is, and what size it is (depending on your needs). The most important thing is the condition of the screw and screw box. If you go, back the screw all the way out and inspect the condition of the threads before bidding on it. I have seen vises that looked pretty good on the outside but had worn out threads on the screw. Also don't get caught up in the bidding just because you have traveled some distance to the auction. That is easy to do, I've done it. Set your maximum price in your head and walk away if it goes above that. "By hammer and hand all arts do stand." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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