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Stump Vise

Discussion in 'Axes, Mauls, and Hand Saws' started by buZZsaw BRAD, Sep 12, 2025.

  1. buZZsaw BRAD

    buZZsaw BRAD

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    Been wanting one of these for a long time. Finally broke down and got one. Attached to a scrap 2x10 it worked well for the frequent sharpening I need to do at my "Disney" score/cut.
    Very handy accessory I highly recommend if you sharpen in the field. Anybody else use one? DSCF0082.JPG
     
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    Did you NOT read the instructions????
    It's a stump vice not a 2x10 vice!!
     
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    LOL!!! They were sold out of those so I improvised! ;)
     
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    What? It doesn't come with it's own stump? Pfft..

    Good luck with it!
     
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    I use an Echo one occasionally for touching up in the woods. It has a large plastic thumbscrew to tighten the clamp, but I like the way yours is made with the sliding rod.
     
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    I have used a stump vice before. They are handy. Don't have one now. I have a few small "C" clamps around. I think I'll fab a vice up to throw in the chainsaw tool kit! Thanks for the post.:salute:
     
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    I wish I bought a double pronged one, but it works good for my needs so far.
     
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    If I know you it will be a working work of art! Be sure to post pics.
     
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    I've had one seemingly forever. Never did use it much.
     
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    I have a double prong and love it:thumbs:
     
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    upload_2025-9-24_21-2-1.png got this one and have used it a little so far
     
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    I have one have not used it for years kinda spoiled when you own a chainsaw shop and all woodcutting is done at the same location just switch chains and sharpen later :D
     
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    I got one a few years ago as a Christmas present from my sister. It's a double prong.
    I have only used mine out in the field. My only issue is finding a good location to put it so I can be comfortable while sharpening.
     
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    I upgraded to the 2x12 vice!!! :D
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    One reason I never bought one before, but frequent resharpenings at my "Disney" cut gave me the incentive to break down and get one!
     
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    Lee Valley tools sells or at least did, a chainsaw sharpening vise. I bought two. I can't find them in their online catalog, now. (Could be user error) They come with a ratchet strap to secure them to a tailgate or a log. I drilled screw holes in one and screwed it to a plank which is usually clamped to a workbench. I think they were $30. I've emailed Lee Valley & if I get a link I'll share it. 20251016_073032.jpg 20251016_073213.jpg 20251016_073225.jpg
     
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    Thank you for finding that!

    Being in the US appears to be the reason I couldn't get there. I tried your link, it works, however it won't let me buy one online. Another tariff tragedy?
     
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    Have previously considered one of these. I have one of those nice custom sharpening aids that needs a vise to hold.

    https://wiltontools.com/5-atv-all-terrain-visetm

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    They also make a 10" riser for it which would position it ok height behind my buggy. They cost a fair amount of clams likely the reason I have not. I think they make a bracket so you can bench mount the vise also.

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    I hope that they will sell to you. Maybe phone them and ask?