--- product_id: 12574919 title: "HFS (R) 4\" Milling Machine Lockdown Vise -Swiveling Base - Hardened Metal - CNC Vise" brand: "hardwarefactory store" price: "€ 209.24" currency: EUR in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/12574919-hfs-r-4-milling-machine-lockdown-vise-swiveling-base-hardened store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # Ductile iron strength Precision jaws Swiveling base HFS (R) 4" Milling Machine Lockdown Vise -Swiveling Base - Hardened Metal - CNC Vise **Brand:** hardwarefactory store **Price:** € 209.24 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > πŸ”§ Elevate Your Craftsmanship with Precision and Power! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** HFS (R) 4" Milling Machine Lockdown Vise -Swiveling Base - Hardened Metal - CNC Vise by hardwarefactory store - **How much does it cost?** € 209.24 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/12574919-hfs-r-4-milling-machine-lockdown-vise-swiveling-base-hardened) ## Best For - hardwarefactory store enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted hardwarefactory store brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Built to Last:** Crafted from 80,000 PSI ductile iron for ultimate durability. - β€’ **Stability Redefined:** Designed to keep your workpiece securely in place. - β€’ **Unmatched Precision:** Experience perfectly aligned jaws for flawless milling. - β€’ **Effortless Operation:** Acme screws and clear scales for easy adjustments. - β€’ **360-Degree Flexibility:** Swivel base allows for versatile positioning. ## Overview The HFS (R) 4" Milling Machine Lockdown Vise is engineered for professionals seeking precision and durability. With a swiveling base, hardened metal construction, and premium quality jaws, this vise ensures your workpieces are held securely and accurately, making it an essential tool for any serious machinist. ## Description NOTICE: This vice is very heavy. Please double-check the dimensions provided below and in the photos to be sure it will work for you before ordering. Return shipping may cost you half the price of the vise!1. Use highest quality ductile Iron 80000 PSI for minimum bending. 2. The enclosed lead screw and sliding surface are harden and ground. 3. Highest clamping power. It's very accurate and durable. 4. This vise is so designed that the horizontal force generated by tightening the handle pushes the semi-sphere within the movable jaw and thus thrusts the movable jaw downward. The workplace does not move up, even if it is held at the top of the jaw plates. 5. Four setting positions of the jaw plates are available, widening the jaw plates opening. Model - 15979 Jaw Width - 3.93" Jaw Opening 3.93" Jaw Height - 1.26" Base Height - 1.3" Weight - 37lbs / 17kg ## Features - [JAWS]: Premium quality swiveling milling vises features perfectly aligned precision gowned jaws. - [FEATURES]: Acme screws and easy to read 0-360deg scales. - [HIGH QUALITY]: Trust your best work with these quality milling vises. - [MATERIAL]: Made from the highest quality ductile Iron 80000 PSI for minimum bending. - [DESIGN]: Designed so horizontal force pushed the jaws downward, keeping your piece in the right spot. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Manufacturer | HFS | | Part Number | 15986 | | Item Weight | 34.3 pounds | | Package Dimensions | 14.7 x 10 x 6.3 inches | | Item model number | 15979 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Size | 4 inch | | Color | Blue | | Style | Modern | | Material | Metal | | Item Package Quantity | 1 | | Measurement System | Inch | | Batteries Included? | No | | Batteries Required? | No | ## Images ![HFS (R) 4" Milling Machine Lockdown Vise -Swiveling Base - Hardened Metal - CNC Vise - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71QHT6JO0FL.jpg) ![HFS (R) 4" Milling Machine Lockdown Vise -Swiveling Base - Hardened Metal - CNC Vise - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71+TPiGfwwL.jpg) ![HFS (R) 4" Milling Machine Lockdown Vise -Swiveling Base - Hardened Metal - CNC Vise - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71TwyVwFJXL.jpg) ![HFS (R) 4" Milling Machine Lockdown Vise -Swiveling Base - Hardened Metal - CNC Vise - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/711O4a19ItL.jpg) ![HFS (R) 4" Milling Machine Lockdown Vise -Swiveling Base - Hardened Metal - CNC Vise - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71tCqUVNUJL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Great Vise, Great Value *by G***E on Reviewed in the United States on November 27, 2018* I am extremely happy with the quality of this vise! I got the 4” vise for my small drill press to get better accuracy when drilling metal parts. I do use a set of parallels to help with the squaring up of my work. Overall this seems to be a great vise and came well packaged, clean and ready to mount. I will say that this is one heavy and large vise and can only imagine what the 5” & 6” ones are like. I probably could have used the 3” for my application. I highly doubt the larger ones could be used on any of the smaller mills or drill presses. They would have to be used on a full size machine for sure. If the absolute best precision is needed this may fall slightly short, but for the hobbyist this will do just fine. The only issue I had was with the handle to tighten the vise. The vise has a well machined 12mm hex on the end to tighten the jaws, but the handle is cast and is more like a 13mm and is very sloppy on the vise. If you don’t remove it when it’s not being used it will fall off pretty easily. I did order a speed handle on eBay for about $25 and although I could have made one myself, it would have cost almost the same for the materials plus my time. I have been using a 12mm socket on my cordless drill to open and close vise and the handle that it came with to just to snug it up on my work. This is only until I get the speed handle. Anyway I really like this beast of a vise and feel it was a great investment for my tool collection. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars Good value if you have time to tune *by D***Y on Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2019* As others have stated, this vise is rough around the edges as shipped. I invested a couple of hours disassembling and cleaning things up with a diamond file and stone. In doing so, I have managed to address all of the issues I observed with the exception of vertical squareness of the fixed jaw. It is still out approximately. 004" over the 1.25" jaw height. I think this is due to some residual high spots I observed on the under side of the fixed jaw block, and more time with a stone will will get it closer to right. It's best to creep up on right rather than overshoot. Additionally, I was reading .005" jaw lift when clamping at the top as received, after working over the extremely rough cast surface that interfaces with the half sphere inside the moving jaw with a series of files, I got it down to effectively zero. The ground top surfaces of the base showed no more than .0005" out on my indicator (I'm not using the swivel base). Overall I'm pleased for the price.A few more observations: threads are not acme, but move smoothly. There is a nice thrust bearing at the base of the screw. The included hardware is close to garbage quality. And you should plan on dedicating a 12mm socket for opening and closing because the handle internal hex looks like it was carved out by hand and doesn't fit at all. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Value *by R***0 on Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2017* I don't see any way to rate less than 5 stars. I was prepared to be disappointed but I gave it a shot based on reviews. Fit and finish well exceed price point. Function is smooth, machined surfaces look properly finished. Vise arrived with jaws accurately adjusted and only basic cleanup was required before using. This is not a made in USA vise but supporting a hobby I can't always justify paying 4 times more. There's no tick mark to reference against the base. There's a machined surface but no mark. This is the only flaw I'm aware of. I'll use this on a recently refurbished 60's era drill press. It should exceed my needs. If something changes I'll update this review.5/17/17 After some use this tool continues to impress. I'm using with a set of parallels and work is more enjoyable. The end of the screw is cut to 12mm, a 12mm deep socket fits snugly. I added an adapter and now use a small 10V cordless drill to open and close the vise quickly. I still use the provided handle to tighten but opening the vise wide open and closing takes a only few seconds with a drill. The idea came from seeing guys use cordless drills to operate knee crank on milling machines. Small drill with 12mm socket can hang off the end of the screw without issue. 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