Greatly appreciate the info. I am trying to replace my quick clamp vise(
craftsman) because it's worn . I prefer another low profile vise that,
very seldom, can be used to bend some 1/8 aluminum strip( 1/2" wide) with a
vise held brake. I have limited workbench space for a standard bench
mounted vise( I would run into it constantly, and I am talking about my elbow!), but the current one I am
using can barely bend the strip. Then again, it's a cam based vise, so I am
not sure how much this impacts the amount of force that can be applied on
an item. Ideally, I'd get another quick release vise.
I have bad wrists, and this is another reason why I am trying to get more
information about vises. The quick release vise is ideal for me, given that
I can pull down the lever rather than twist a handle.
In sum, I am looking for a low profile vise that can occasionally be used
to bend some narrow and thin aluminum strips while providing all the other
functions of a good, solid vise. The small handles on some vises make me
assume that they cannot be used to apply excessive torque on a clamped
material. Or am I wrong, and If I purchase a good Wilton, that would not be
a concern.
tony