Wilton 1780A 28808 Tradesman Vise, 8-Inch Jaws
Wilton 1780A, stock number 28808, is an 8-inch-jaw Tradesman bench vise with an enclosed spindle arrangement and a 360-degree swivel base. The listed maximum opening is 6-3/4 inches, with a 4-3/4-inch throat depth. Reversible jaw inserts provide serrated and smooth gripping faces, while separate pipe jaws cover the stated pipe range.
Specifications and included details
- 8-inch jaw width; maximum opening 6-3/4 inches.
- 4-3/4-inch throat depth; pipe capacity 1/8–3-1/2 inches.
- Ductile iron construction and 360-degree swivel base.
- Four mounting points and reversible jaw inserts; listed weight 111 lb.
Before ordering
Allow for the vise weight, mounting footprint and actual opening capacity. The 8-inch figure is jaw width, not an 8-inch opening. Confirm the supplied unit's condition if this matters to your purchase.
Product questions and answers
Does Wilton 1780A open to 8 inches?
No. Its listed jaw width is 8 inches, but the maximum opening is 6-3/4 inches.
What pipe sizes are listed for Wilton 28808?
The stated pipe-jaw capacity is 1/8 inch to 3-1/2 inches.
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