The versatility of medium to small screw clamps

[Michael Kellough]

I only have one of the Bessey PG Heavy Duty One Hand Clamps and it’s a 24” so it’s kinda heavy (3.8#) and awkward for general use (usually use Quik-Grips) but I’m very glad I have it when it’s needed.

 

[FestitaMakool]

There have been some new offerings from Bessey lately, I’ll think you manage to catch up Oliver, as there isn’t too much [wink]

Apart from a pair of their new in-line multi function table clamps, these did also catch my eye.. so there will be at least a couple of additional pairs from Bessey for me too.
I’m probably not alone thinking these will be a very nice addition to the “can’t have enough clamps” collection..  [big grin]

https://www.bessey.de/en-gb/bessey-tool/products/clamping-tools/one-handed-clamps/one-handed-clamp-ez360

Yep, their a bit heavy Michael, but they do give back when needed for those occasions.[attachimg=1]

 

[Michael Kellough]

The EZ360 looks very interesting, especially if the handle can be rotated after applying pressure.

 

[FestitaMakool]

The EZ360 looks very interesting, especially if the handle can be rotated after applying pressure.

Yes, have a look at Jonas Winkler’s video below. It’s partly a promotion of these new clamps.

 

[Crazyraceguy]

What type of jobs do you guys find the old school wooden clamps most useful for?
I have some around but seldom reach for them and would love your suggestions for future reference.

A modern adaptation that I have made to this very old-school type of clamp is to drill a hole in one jaw, perpendicular to the screws, to allow for attachment to a bench dog. This allows me to clamp things standing vertically, but held in place on an MFT (or other dog table)