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Barrel Vises W/ Bushings - Barrel Vise With #4 Steel Bushing I.D. 1.170''''
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SKU: 080860004
Overview
Built for barrel installation and removal work, this vise is intended to hold a barrel securely during gunsmithing tasks when a strong, stable clamp is needed. Its extra-wide design and four-bolt setup are meant to generate substantial holding force, and the unit is designed to be firmly mounted to a stout bench or immovable base. The included #4 steel bushing, with an I.D. of 1.170", is part of a split-bushing system made to fit a range of barrel sizes. This is a specialized shop tool for users who need controlled barrel retention rather than a general-purpose vise.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Machined From
Solid steel for durability in
Extra-wide Design
Four-bolt system provide strong clamping
Includes #4
1.170" I.D. for specific barrel
Split Barrel
Bushings are available in multiple
Designed Work
Brownells' Ring-Of-Steel Action Wrench System
Key Features
- Professional-quality barrel vise designed for barrel installation and removal
- Extra-wide design and four-bolt system for strong clamping force
- Machined from solid steel for durability
- Includes #4 steel bushing with 1.170" I.D.
- Split barrel bushings available in multiple sizes for broader fitment
- Must be firmly bolted to a stout bench or immovable base for full holding power
Best Used For
- Gunsmiths removing or installing barrels with a professional-quality vise setup
- Users needing secure clamping for tight barrels during action wrench work
- Bench setups with a stout, immovable base for heavy clamping force
- Owners of compatible barrels needing a universal vise with interchangeable bushings
Specifications
| Action Wrench Compatibility | Ring-Of-Steel Action Wrench System |
|---|---|
| Blocks | Steel, blued |
| Bottom Block Height | 1-1/8" (2.8cm) |
| Bottom Block Length | 7" (17.7cm) |
| Bottom Block Width | 3" (7.6cm) |
| Bushing Id | 1.170" |
| Bushing Size | #4 Steel Bushing |
| Bushing Type | Split barrel bushings |
| Included Bolts | 4, 1/2"-20 x 2" Allen head bolts |
| Material | Solid steel |
| Mounting Requirement | Must be firmly bolted to the stoutest bench or an immovable base |
| Top Block Height | 1-1/2" (3.8cm) |
| Top Block Length | 4-1/2" (11.4cm) |
| Top Block Width | 3" (7.6cm) |
| Universal | Yes |
Pros
- Machined from solid steel for durability in barrel installation and removal work.
- Extra-wide design and four-bolt system provide strong clamping force.
- Includes #4 steel bushing with 1.170" I.D. for specific barrel fitment.
- Split barrel bushings are available in multiple sizes for broader compatibility.
- Designed to work with Brownells' Ring-Of-Steel Action Wrench System.
- Includes four 1/2"-20 x 2" Allen head bolts for mounting.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Requires a very solid bench or immovable base; the vise’s holding force depends on secure mounting to perform as intended.
- The included #4 steel bushing is sized for a specific barrel diameter, so additional bushings may be needed for other barrel sizes.
- This is a dedicated gunsmithing tool, so it is more specialized than a general-purpose vise and best suited to barrel installation and removal work.
- The assembly uses multiple bolts and separate blocks, which adds setup and alignment steps compared with simpler clamping tools.
Suggested Comparisons
- Gunsmithing action wrench systems
- Barrel removal and installation tools
- Bench-mounted firearm vise systems
- Replacement barrel bushings
Suggested Accessories
- Barrel bushing set
- Gunsmithing bench vise
- Action wrench
- Allen head bolt set
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included with this barrel vise?
The product includes the barrel vise blocks and 4, 1/2"-20 x 2" Allen head bolts. The listing also notes that split barrel bushings are available in a variety of sizes, but the specific bushing included here is the #4 steel bushing with I.D. 1.170".
What is this barrel vise designed to do?
It is designed to clamp and hold a barrel securely during removal, including tight barrels that may otherwise turn. The description says it was developed to complement Brownells' Ring-Of-Steel Action Wrench System.
Does this vise need to be mounted to a bench?
Yes. The description says the vise generates so much holding force that it must be firmly bolted to the stoutest bench or an immovable base to realize its full potential.
What are the vise blocks made of?
The specifications list the blocks as steel with a blued finish.
What size is the #4 steel bushing?
The product title identifies the #4 steel bushing as having an inside diameter of 1.170". No other bushing dimensions are provided in the source data.