Mannesmann M73100 100 mm Vice with Alloy Steel Jaws and Swivel Base

Some workshop tasks need a vice that can hold a workpiece securely while letting you adjust its position, others are handled from one fixed angle. The Mannesmann M73100 has a 100 mm maximum jaw opening, interchangeable jaws and a rotatable, lockable base, giving you useful flexibility for metalworking, fine woodwork and model-making.

Its alloy steel construction and compact 30 x 16.5 x 15 cm dimensions make it a practical addition to a workbench for jobs such as sawing, filing, drilling or straightening parts.

Key points

The interchangeable jaws let you adapt the vice for different clamping tasks, while the maximum 100 mm opening sets a clear guide to the size of workpiece it can accommodate. For a repair or workshop project, that means you can secure a component for hands-on work rather than having to hold it in place yourself.

A rotatable base can be turned to position the workpiece at a more convenient angle, then locked in place. This is useful when a task involves several sides of a part or when the working position needs to change during the job. The green finish is described as helping to protect the vice against corrosion, and the alloy steel body is suited to regular workshop use.

Fit and sizing

The jaws open to a maximum of 100 mm. Use that measurement as a practical guide when choosing the vice for parts you expect to clamp. The vice measures 30 x 16.5 x 15 cm, so allow for its footprint when planning where it will sit on your bench. Its rotatable base supports adjustable positioning, a fixed-position vice may suit repetitive work that is always approached from the same angle, while this design offers more freedom to turn the workpiece as needed.

How to use it

Place the vice on a stable workbench and secure it for the job. Open the jaws, position the workpiece between them, then tighten until it is held firmly for the task. Turn the base to set a suitable working angle and lock it before sawing, filing, drilling or shaping the part. For a small model-making component, for example, repositioning the base can make a different edge easier to reach without changing the basic setup. Choose the interchangeable jaws that suit the clamping task, and keep the workpiece within the 100 mm maximum opening.

Practical questions

What is the maximum jaw opening? The jaws open to a maximum width of 100 mm, which helps you judge whether a workpiece will fit before setting up.

Can the vice be turned to change the working angle? Yes. Its base rotates and can be locked in position, allowing you to set the workpiece at a convenient angle for the job.

What kinds of work is it suited to? It is described for metalworking, fine woodwork and model-making, and the clamping arrangement is useful for tasks such as filing, sawing, drilling and straightening parts.

Should you buy it?

The Mannesmann M73100 is well suited to a home workshop or repair bench where secure clamping and adjustable positioning are both useful. Its 100 mm opening, interchangeable jaws and lockable swivel base support a range of hands-on tasks without tying you to one working angle. Choose it for projects where holding a part steady and repositioning it conveniently can make the work easier to manage.