I have a 308 upper receiver that I would like to complete building. Will I be able to assemble the barrel using this vise? Is this a heavy duty vise?
395262
i dont understand why you would need a heavy duty vise to work on a 308 rifle..but.. for pressing roll pins or sleeves.. this vise will work great. as long as your work doesnt need more than 2 1/2 inches or so. the vise opens 3 inches max . very small , light duty vise.. only weighs a few pounds.
395263
Probably not. Buy a heavy duty bench vise that bolts permanently to your workbench.
395264
Heavy duty? It`s not a full size heavy duty, bolt to a garage bench vise. You won`t be able to beat on it with a large hammer. It`s just a friction screw mount, as you can see. I bought it to be a third hand. I mount things in it so I have my 2 hands free to work on something.
2097191
Yes. You would have to purchase a low rise mount on here but it wouldn't be expensive.I honestly don't see you needing to change it! When you use the proper stance and have the correct cheek weld it should be perfect, this is a standard red dot height. Don't bend your neck and bring your eye to the sight, bring the gun and sight to your eye!
682135
Yes, this vise requires assembly and the instructions are vague. I cannot recconend this vise. In my opinion it is poorly engineered .
941213
30 to 80 ft/lbs. Tighten to 30 ft/lbs. Then continue turning in small steps until one of the notches in barrel nut aligns with gas tube hole in upper receiver.
1827728
Don't know the configuration on the 308 barrel....contact Rock River Arms or DPMS. Both make 308 ARs. Ask if any M4 combo wrench will work with 308.
495962
I bought it for my squirrel slayer: a T/C Contender with a 10" inch .22lr barrel. it did pretty good but I'm into open sights lately. reserving it now for a .357 mag revolver, time will tell if it holds up. the rings are medium height. Would not suggest for a heavy recoil gun, might work ok on AR type.
333106
It would hold the vise fine but I would not advise adding additional weight in work and then working. There is not enough weight in the base for stability with all the weight high.
2214209
Yes, if your floor is level. The vise bed is machined true. Good saw for medium duty use, I've used mine a ton and the only problems I've had are that I broke the vise handle off and the feed control piston O-rings have started to leak and it needs to be rebuilt or replaced. Very solid saw, I've had mine for about 6 years. Money well spent.
312781
Yes. My hunting partner and I did this to a Remington Composite Stock prior to installation on a Remington 742. It is not difficult but to do the job correctly you really need a drill press with a vice base to ensure the installation hole is drilled in the center of the crease on the lower side of the butt stock. I would NOT try and free hand this operation. If you DO NOT have a drill press with vise I would strongly urge you to employee the services of your local gunsmith. Hope this helps.
889258
If you're changing barrels on an AR it's best to get a bench vise and upper receiver vise block. Even a stout clamp on model will work okay for light duty (not every day gunsmithing) so you don't need a dedicated workbench. I've seen pics of some guys doing their builds with clamp on vises. This CTK is not the right tool for the job you're doing.
1068113
I have not yet mounted it, just came the other day. It looks like 3/8 bolts or lag screws would work well. I did not measure the mounting hole, but they are larger than 3/8. Be sure to look at other comments and product reviews. This is a quality vise, but the specs are not accurate as listed on Amazon.
1020404
Your receiver needs to be drilled & tapped in a rare thread pattern if it already isn't (8-40?). Front sight will need to be epoxied or brazed on, preferable silver soldered. It's something that should be done by a gunsmith & not an easy project for the weekend warrior. I found out the hard way. Bought all the right tools & it still came out funky. Good luck Doc..Btw, the silver soldering process consists of removing barrels finish around bead, soldering & having to have refinished. $30-50 isn't realistic. It's more like $150-300 to get it done. Vang Comp out of AZ is a trust worthy place to have it done. They are pros who will do it right from start to finish. Your receiver needs to be drilled & tapped in a rare thread pattern if it already isn't (8-40?). Front sight will need to be epoxied or brazed on, preferable silver soldered. It's something that should be done by a gunsmith & not an easy project for the weekend warrior. I found out the hard way. Bought all the right tools & it still came out funky. Good luck Doc..Btw, the silver soldering process consists of removing barrels finish around bead, soldering & having to have refinished. $30-50 isn't realistic. It's more like $150-300 to get it done. Vang Comp out of AZ is a trust worthy place... » Read More Your receiver needs to be drilled & tapped in a rare thread pattern if it already isn't (8-40?). Front sight will need to be epoxied or brazed on, preferable silver soldered. It's something that should be done by a gunsmith & not an easy project for the weekend warrior. I found out the hard way. Bought all the right tools & it still came out funky. Good luck Doc..Btw, the silver soldering process consists of removing barrels finish around bead, soldering & having to have refinished. $30-50 isn't realistic. It's more like $150-300 to get it done. Vang Comp out of AZ is a trust worthy place to have it done. They are pros who will do it right from start to finish. « Show Less
62264
Perfectly..... I've used on AR-15s, AR-10s, shotguns , pistols, etc. should work on any firearm or anything that needs a vise.
1737091
Depending on the size of the part that is being held, It can be used as a light duty vise. Otherwise I do not believe it will work like a standard vise.
889257
You could get away with it by holding the forend with your hand, but the Y portion in front does not clamp it. I have changed muzzle brakes on it without much trouble. But I would reccomend that you get a vise block for the magwell instead. Much sturdier.
447340
Depending on the application test thinning it out and you shouldn't have any problems. I've used it on AR uppers and a few models with great results and a smooth finish.
1794290
Unfortunately my tools and drill were stolen to thread my barrel so i haven't had the chance to install. However, i would wrap and clamp/vise the barrel as not to twist the stock. It should be near impossible to do structural damage to the barrel by clamping/vise. However, if you twist the stock it may cause vibrations affecting long range accuracy.