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A · B · C · D · E · F · G · H · I · J · K · L · M · N · O · P · Q · R · S · T · U · V · W · X · Y · Z   entire Web this site vise Jeweler's vise A tool used for gripping and holding. Vises secure an object while it is worked on. Vises can be portable or fixed. Without qualification, "vise" usually refers to a bench vise. Other types of vise include: Hand vise (hand-held) Machine vise. An example is a drill vise, which lies flat on a drill press bed. Compound slide vise, which allows speed and precision in the placement of work. Off-center vise Angle vise Diemaker's vise Pin vise, for holding thin, long cylindrical objects by one end Knife vise, for use by knifemakers Jeweler's vise Related category    • TOOLS Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Science Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP