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I've got one that does ok, but only accepts tiny bits (granted it's rare I need ones bigger than it can accept, only when magnetizing), and it has no swivel bit, and is of a narrow diameter. Can be very tiring on the hand. I was looking at GW's as it seems to have the features I'm looking for, but I don't know about the range of bits it can accept, or if it's worth its price. The description says it comes with several 1mm bits. Why you'd need that many of one size is beyond me.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5417586.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5417586.page GMT Re:Pin Vise Recommendations http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5417639.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5417639.page GMT Pin Vise Recommendations GW tools are usually pretty good, but way too expensive for what you get. For pin vices I would follow Jimsolo's advice and check out the variety at your local hobby/hardware stores. Pin vices are simple enough that you don't really need to go for brand names ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5417704.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5417704.page GMT Pin Vise Recommendations http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-21pc-Micro-Drill-Bit-Set-Index-61-80-w-Swivel-Head-Pin-Vise-US-FREE-SHIPPER-/271028826356

Its like 8 bucks on eBay. ]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5417730.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5417730.page GMT Pin Vise Recommendations http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5418657.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5418657.page GMT Pin Vise Recommendations gw pin vise set though.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5418825.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5418825.page GMT Pin Vise Recommendations
 Debbin wrote:
check this out: http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-21pc-Micro-Drill-Bit-Set-Index-61-80-w-Swivel-Head-Pin-Vise-US-FREE-SHIPPER-/271028826356

Its like 8 bucks on eBay.


I just bought that vise from that seller. It comes with 4 different size heads for drill bits. Its not bad but it is a chinese made tool. For 7.25 its good. for anything more than 10 dollars is crappy.

I would recommend it. I use the mostly for drill out boltguns barrals and other small small things. For 1/16 or 1/8 hold i just use a quick-lock drill bit and my hand.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5419093.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5419093.page GMT Pin Vise Recommendations
For my pin vice, I use one of the standard hobby ones (got mine at hobbytown I think).

One note: I had a two sided (or double) one - those just did not work out for me, especially for those rare times I needed to apply pressure (for drilling metal minis, etc.).]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5419223.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5419223.page GMT Pin Vise Recommendations GW one, which is a good piece of kit, and an older one with two ends -- that has the disadvantage that it graunches up your hand if you drill a lot.

There isn't much difference between one pin vice and another and they don't cost a lot either, so I wouldn't worry too much if you buy the GW one and "waste" a few £.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5419271.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5419271.page GMT Re:Pin Vise Recommendations http://www.ebay.com/itm/Swivel-Handle-Pin-Vise-8403SD-/300877383746?pt=Clamps_Vises&hash=item460db08842

pretty sure this is the same as the GW pin vise. same design and different color. Not sure what bits if any, it comes with.
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steve2112 wrote:For 1/16 or 1/8 hold i just use a quick-lock drill bit and my hand.


That's a good idea. A bit silly I didn't think of it. I've been trying to figure out how I'm going to drill bigger holes for magnets since I'm currently magnetizing a Predator.

steve2112 wrote:http://www.ebay.com/itm/Swivel-Handle-Pin-Vise-8403SD-/300877383746?pt=Clamps_Vises&hash=item460db08842

pretty sure this is the same as the GW pin vise. same design and different color. Not sure what bits if any, it comes with.


Looks the same to me. I'll have to send the seller a message for more info. Found a few other basic swivel heads that would work too while I was looking at that listing. Thanks for the great info guys! Now, if only I could find a chuck/guide for centering the bits when drilling out gun barrels! Drives me crazy.]]> http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5427710.page http://www.dakkadakka.com/dakkaforum/posts/preList/515638/5427710.page GMT