I know Bessey Uniklamps (the gray ones) are advertised as light-duty
K-body clamps, so they wouldn't be quite as brawny as the real red
ones. However, Amazon's prices are pretty tempting ($75 for two of
each 6", 12", and 18"), and these size ranges are what I use most.
Reviews at Amazon are generally positive. Would these be a good
introduction to parallel-jaw clamping (I don't have any yet), or would
I be disappointed and just want to get some real K-bodys or Cabinet
Masters? I was thinking of eventually getting some of the 40" K-bodys
(also only $30 ea at Amazon) for larger or heavier-duty applications.
I'd appreciate comments from anyone who has used both Uniklamps and
"real" parallel-jaw clamps (K-body, Cabinet Master, Gross Stabil).
Thanks a lot,
Andy
Andy wrote:
Would these be a good
> introduction to parallel-jaw clamping (I don't have any yet), or would
> I be disappointed and just want to get some real K-bodys or Cabinet
> Masters?
Andy,
It won't matter whether you buy the Uniklamps or not. Whether you buy
them or not, whether you're disappointed or not; either way, you'll
need more clamps someday. You can get the K-Bodies then. Most of us
who've been at this a while have a ton of clamps of all shapes and
sizes. You'll find plenty of uses for the Unis even after you get the
K-Bodies.
DonkeyHody
"Every man is my superior in that I can learn from him." - DonkeyHody
No, you wouldn't regret it, in fact it is a very good deal!
http://tinyurl.com/8nmgw (Link to product in question)
I have several UniKlamps and many more K-Body's. The UniKlamps hold their
own for the less heavy clamping tasks, but you can still apply a fair bit of
pressure using the UniKlamps too. They are a great cost-effective clamping
solution for lots of woodworking tasks. Go for it!
Dean
"Phisherman" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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> On 20 Nov 2005 20:28:52 -0800, "Andy" <[email protected]> wrote:
>
>>I know Bessey Uniklamps (the gray ones) are advertised as light-duty
>>K-body clamps, so they wouldn't be quite as brawny as the real red
>>ones. However, Amazon's prices are pretty tempting ($75 for two of
>>each 6", 12", and 18"), and these size ranges are what I use most.
>>Reviews at Amazon are generally positive. Would these be a good
>>introduction to parallel-jaw clamping (I don't have any yet), or would
>>I be disappointed and just want to get some real K-bodys or Cabinet
>>Masters? I was thinking of eventually getting some of the 40" K-bodys
>>(also only $30 ea at Amazon) for larger or heavier-duty applications.
>>I'd appreciate comments from anyone who has used both Uniklamps and
>>"real" parallel-jaw clamps (K-body, Cabinet Master, Gross Stabil).
>>Thanks a lot,
>>Andy
>
> I'm sure these would be useful and adequate for some assemblies. The
> regular Bessey K-body clamps are worth every penny. (The only clamps
> I really regret buying were those made in China.)
You should try the ones from Homier. I thought $3 was cheap, but worth a
try.
When you tighten the screw, the aluminum stops just rip out. Apparently it
they are easier to make if you use really soft aluminum.
Andy wrote:
> I know Bessey Uniklamps (the gray ones) are advertised as light-duty
> K-body clamps, so they wouldn't be quite as brawny as the real red
> ones. However, Amazon's prices are pretty tempting ($75 for two of
> each 6", 12", and 18"), and these size ranges are what I use most.
> Reviews at Amazon are generally positive. Would these be a good
> introduction to parallel-jaw clamping (I don't have any yet), or would
> I be disappointed and just want to get some real K-bodys or Cabinet
> Masters? I was thinking of eventually getting some of the 40" K-bodys
> (also only $30 ea at Amazon) for larger or heavier-duty applications.
> I'd appreciate comments from anyone who has used both Uniklamps and
> "real" parallel-jaw clamps (K-body, Cabinet Master, Gross Stabil).
> Thanks a lot,
> Andy
>
I use the Uni's a ton. I have all 3 sizes and find them super for small
glue ups AND for holding fixtures (or is it jigs?). They have plenty of
holding power for small glue ups. My shortest K body is 31, so that's a
PITA for it's weight and length for small projects. Since the K bodies
work great for the larger stuff, I see no need to intermix other brands
of clamps in my shop.
Dave
"Andy" <[email protected]> writes:
>I was thinking of eventually getting some of the 40" K-bodys
> (also only $30 ea at Amazon) for larger or heavier-duty applications.
> I'd appreciate comments from anyone who has used both Uniklamps and
> "real" parallel-jaw clamps (K-body, Cabinet Master, Gross Stabil).
I got the $99 K-Body 4-pack from Amazon, and the 40-inchers are HEAVY.
You have to make sure the legs are supported at the far end so the
klamps don't tilt.
I can see having some lighter clamps for small projects.
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On 20 Nov 2005 20:28:52 -0800, "Andy" <[email protected]> wrote:
>I know Bessey Uniklamps (the gray ones) are advertised as light-duty
>K-body clamps, so they wouldn't be quite as brawny as the real red
>ones. However, Amazon's prices are pretty tempting ($75 for two of
>each 6", 12", and 18"), and these size ranges are what I use most.
>Reviews at Amazon are generally positive. Would these be a good
>introduction to parallel-jaw clamping (I don't have any yet), or would
>I be disappointed and just want to get some real K-bodys or Cabinet
>Masters? I was thinking of eventually getting some of the 40" K-bodys
>(also only $30 ea at Amazon) for larger or heavier-duty applications.
>I'd appreciate comments from anyone who has used both Uniklamps and
>"real" parallel-jaw clamps (K-body, Cabinet Master, Gross Stabil).
>Thanks a lot,
>Andy
I'm sure these would be useful and adequate for some assemblies. The
regular Bessey K-body clamps are worth every penny. (The only clamps
I really regret buying were those made in China.)
On Mon, 21 Nov 2005 23:51:22 GMT, "Toller" <[email protected]> wrote:
>
>"Phisherman" <[email protected]> wrote in message
>news:[email protected]...
>> On 20 Nov 2005 20:28:52 -0800, "Andy" <[email protected]> wrote:
>>
>>>I know Bessey Uniklamps (the gray ones) are advertised as light-duty
>>>K-body clamps, so they wouldn't be quite as brawny as the real red
>>>ones. However, Amazon's prices are pretty tempting ($75 for two of
>>>each 6", 12", and 18"), and these size ranges are what I use most.
>>>Reviews at Amazon are generally positive. Would these be a good
>>>introduction to parallel-jaw clamping (I don't have any yet), or would
>>>I be disappointed and just want to get some real K-bodys or Cabinet
>>>Masters? I was thinking of eventually getting some of the 40" K-bodys
>>>(also only $30 ea at Amazon) for larger or heavier-duty applications.
>>>I'd appreciate comments from anyone who has used both Uniklamps and
>>>"real" parallel-jaw clamps (K-body, Cabinet Master, Gross Stabil).
>>>Thanks a lot,
>>>Andy
>>
>> I'm sure these would be useful and adequate for some assemblies. The
>> regular Bessey K-body clamps are worth every penny. (The only clamps
>> I really regret buying were those made in China.)
>
>You should try the ones from Homier. I thought $3 was cheap, but worth a
>try.
>When you tighten the screw, the aluminum stops just rip out. Apparently it
>they are easier to make if you use really soft aluminum.
>
Well, you know machine tools are really expensive. If you can pick a
material that's softer than your tools they last a whole lot longer. :-)
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They are very good clamps. I use them to glue up raised panel doors.
I have about 12 of the 18", at times wish I had more.
ken
"Toller" <[email protected]> wrote in message
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>
> "Phisherman" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> news:[email protected]...
>> On 20 Nov 2005 20:28:52 -0800, "Andy" <[email protected]> wrote:
>>
>>>I know Bessey Uniklamps (the gray ones) are advertised as light-duty
>>>K-body clamps, so they wouldn't be quite as brawny as the real red
>>>ones. However, Amazon's prices are pretty tempting ($75 for two of
>>>each 6", 12", and 18"), and these size ranges are what I use most.
>>>Reviews at Amazon are generally positive. Would these be a good
>>>introduction to parallel-jaw clamping (I don't have any yet), or would
>>>I be disappointed and just want to get some real K-bodys or Cabinet
>>>Masters? I was thinking of eventually getting some of the 40" K-bodys
>>>(also only $30 ea at Amazon) for larger or heavier-duty applications.
>>>I'd appreciate comments from anyone who has used both Uniklamps and
>>>"real" parallel-jaw clamps (K-body, Cabinet Master, Gross Stabil).
>>>Thanks a lot,
>>>Andy
>>
>> I'm sure these would be useful and adequate for some assemblies. The
>> regular Bessey K-body clamps are worth every penny. (The only clamps
>> I really regret buying were those made in China.)
>
> You should try the ones from Homier. I thought $3 was cheap, but worth a
> try.
> When you tighten the screw, the aluminum stops just rip out. Apparently
> it they are easier to make if you use really soft aluminum.
>