Machine vices

[neksmerj]

Hey, got my Arboga machine vice back today, it's massive. It's not made by Arboga which is a pity, but Russian made, and made really well. Looks like the Ruskies made great vodka, and great vices.

The ground jaws measure 150mm in width, and open up to nearly 200mm. The whole kit and caboodle sits on a squat swivel base. I didn't bring it home, but left it in my mate's factory where I will strip it down, and clean it up. Maybe a lick of paint to boot.

I'm going back to the factory Monday, so will take some snaps then. Be patient.

What's a nice paint colour, besides pink. I'm thinking Hercus green.

Ken

[pipeclay]

Blue is ok,have you instructed your mate not to lend it out anymore.

[Anorak Bob]

"I'm going back to the factory Monday, so will take some snaps then. Be patient."

Oh! And I thought you'd lent your camera to Greg.

Dont paint it Hercus green. Everyone will think you bought too much of the stuff. Dull grey would be an appropriate Russian colour.

[neksmerj]

PC,

This vice ain't going anywhere, except my joint. Blue you reckon? Russian red, no?

It is already painted a sort of Hercus green, and since I still have half a tin, I reckon green it will be again.

Ken

[Ropetangler]

Ken,
If you do decide that you would like a copy of "Milling - A complete course", I have an absolutely mint copy, which I bought with a heap of other Workshop Practice series books to add to my collection of them while visiting Perth, W.A. When I got home I found that I already had that one, so I have doubled up. It is in brand new condition, no marks or folded page corners etc. It cost me $20, and if you pay me that I will pay postage to you, and wrap it well for protection. If you decide against getting it, I will put it in the For Sale section, so please don't feel obligated, I certainly won't be upset.
Most of the books of this series are really good, packed with info and good ideas, and in my view Harold Hall ranks right up with the best of the amateur machinist or modelling authors, see what you think after you see Stuart's copy. Regards,
Rob.

[neksmerj]

Hi Rob, that would be great to have an original copy.

I'll send you a PM.

Ken