Zyliss vice

John Pickering	26/03/2009 18:30:10
5 forum posts	A few years ago I bought one of these vice systems following an impressive demonstartion at a woodwork show in London. Ther must have been many of these sold but I don't recall ever seeing them mentioned or pictured in any of the magazines I take. It is a very versatile system but perhaps the purists prefer the traditional style of vice? Any forum users have one of these?
Oddjob	26/03/2009 19:12:00
1635 forum posts 79 photos	I can't find out much about the system but apparently there is one on this yacht . I think i'll buy it. Richard
Skipper Tom	26/03/2009 19:33:11
2 forum posts	In reply to John regarding the Zyliss vice. I have one and have been using it for about 20 years. At the time it cost something like £20. Last time I saw one in a show it was £90. I find it very handy and quick for setting up and altering it's function. It can travel with you if you want to work from home using a work horse. Just clip it to an edge and you're off. The drawback I find is that the handle must be at a corner of a bench or table.But that is my only moan about it.
Big Al	27/03/2009 07:14:06
1602 forum posts 73 photos	I have seen this vice system demonstrated on QVC but not for about 5 years. It does look very good, but I have never had a reason to buy one. Al
Oddjob	27/03/2009 08:03:54
1635 forum posts 79 photos	I don't know why but this vice system, which I had never previously heard of, interested me. I spent a while last night searching the web for it. There were very few UK references to the Zyliss vice and none, that I could find, for sale. In other countries, especially USA, there were lots of comments about the system an a number for sale. Most reviews were very critical which perhaps explains why it is apparently discontinued. However, a number of reviews were very flattering - almost claiming it to be the best thing since sliced bread! Odd that opinions should vary so widely isn't it? I have to say that I was quite impressed by the apparent versatility and efficiency of the Zyliss system (and a couple of near identical spin-offs) and would live to try one. Richard
Sparky	27/03/2009 08:54:19
7631 forum posts 22 photos	Richard >> Advanced Machinery z-Vise2 << >> z2 Portable Clamping System << >> Zyliss catalogue << >> Zyliss manual (PDF) << >> Zyliss accessories << << Hope this helps in some way Marc
Oddjob	27/03/2009 13:39:41
1635 forum posts 79 photos	That's brilliant Marc! Why didn't I find those last night? Do you have a "Super Google" or something? They're not cheap are they, especially with the lousy exchange rate as it is? I'd love to try one but I think I'll wait until things get better. I'm sure they will because Gordon says so. Richard
Sparky	27/03/2009 14:20:53
7631 forum posts 22 photos	Hi Richard Glad it helped. Super Google?................nah, just typed in z-Vise and it was the first link. Yes it is very expensive and to think its not gold, I thought it would be a lot cheaper!. I'm sure it will become cheaper but, by then, something else will take its place There's nothing like a second pair of hands when you need them but, we all seem to get by somehow. Marc
john griffin 2	24/08/2012 13:51:53
3 forum posts	If anyone is interested, I have one of these vices, which I had forgotten about. Very good condition. I live near Worcester, and would be happy to hear from anyone who would like it. I am sure a reasonable price can be agreed. No idea of postage, so would have to look into that.
Julian	28/08/2012 19:51:20
553 forum posts 28 photos	Hmm !! -- 3-1/2 year old post. Hi John & welcome to the forum, I too have one of these and love it to bits. My bench is usually too full of rubish when I need to do something so it usually comes out.
Ivor the engine	06/09/2012 03:30:09
270 forum posts 46 photos	I to have one of these I bought it in about 1980 something, with a lot of extras for I think £20 which inc 2 900mm rods and a vice to hold a drill to use as a lathe, Swish made I beleve all alloy no rust, Take care, Ivor.
Arthur De Haast	20/09/2012 09:30:09
5 forum posts	I also have one ,which I bought in 1986. Being a hobbiest,I cannot manage without it. It is so multi-functional and I still find different ways in which to use it.its supprisingly strong and does not rust. I would recomend it to anyone who is keen on light wood work hobbies.They were made in Switzerland. But I doubt if can still buy them new and they were expensive at the time,I still have the cash slip for it,it cost me just over £30 at a DIY expo in Durban South Africa.
Old timer	21/09/2012 13:36:06
30 forum posts 21 photos	Hi, Just incase anyone is interested in purchasing a "Zyliss vice," there are three on EBay ,two from the UK . one from the USA. I enclose the item numbers I got mine at a Car boot , for a fiver. it comes in handy some times. EBay item numbers UK . 170911657995 one from USA. 271056019845 UK 110954506851 From old timer,
blank space	27/01/2013 19:39:28
4 forum posts	has anyone got one they want to sell thanks for looking
john griffin 2	27/01/2013 19:48:27
3 forum posts	I have one in my garage somewhere.Will look it out . What sort of money you thinking of ?