Vice Advice?

[kevininpdx]

I normally pin the feet to a temporary base when painting. For mounted figures I glue the horse to the base provided and paint from there. I realize that the latter makes it harder to reach parts of the horse. Because of this I have decided to invest in a vice of some sort. Can any one recommend any products they use? I would like a work horse product that I can use for all my figure needs. If not then a couple of different sizes for mounted and standing models. I hope to start dabbling in the 90mm mounted game soon as well so I would needs something really sturdy.

 

[housecarl]

I make my own using these.
I just screw them to a piece of plywood.

 

[kevininpdx]

Thanks housecarl. I always consider the homemade option first. However I'm the type that is willing to pay a premium for something that makes my work easier . Anyone think there is a specific product out there that can do a better job?

 

[yellowcat]

Thanks housecarl. I always consider the homemade option first. However I'm the type that is willing to pay a premium for something that makes my work easier . Anyone think there is a specific product out there that can do a better job?

Check out these old post.
http://www.planetfigure.com/threads/interesting-painting-aid.64976/#post-663237
http://www.planetfigure.com/threads...vices-from-sphere-products-by-jon-page.66946/

 

[kevininpdx]

Thanks yellowcat. I looked at the Sphere Products vices but seeing how its made of MDF I really wonder if it will just topple over when painting say a 90mm mounted fig. The other one looks similar to what the Panavise I've seen for sale. Anyone use that one?

 

[blaster]

damn. Thot this thread was something else.....

 

[kevininpdx]

Tee hee...misspelled vise

 

[skeeterbuck]

I have this and it works great for larger figures, especially metal. I tilt the vise on an angle and use the edge to rest my wrist on to steady my brush.

http://amatimodel.com/en/tools/tools-for-modeling/roto-paint-system

 

[yellowcat]

I have this and it works great for larger figures, especially metal. I tilt the vise on an angle and use the edge to rest my wrist on to steady my brush.

http://amatimodel.com/en/tools/tools-for-modeling/roto-paint-system

I have the same one and I also make a similar one myself.

 

[theBaron]

I've been meaning to build one myself, because it appeals to my DIY senses. But realistically, when I look at my stash, and the pile of started-but-unfinished things on my bench, I think I should probably spring for one like the one above, or one of the handles that Micro-Mark carries.

Prost!
Brad

 

[doedskvad]

You might be interested in these things:
http://www.mid-belgium.com/en/holi-tools/129-ho140-universal-holder-with-wooden-handle-.html

 

[JonP]

Thanks yellowcat. I looked at the Sphere Products vices but seeing how its made of MDF I really wonder if it will just topple over when painting say a 90mm mounted fig. The other one looks similar to what the Panavise I've seen for sale. Anyone use that one?

Hi Kevin

our vices shouldn't fall over with a 90mm mounted figure in and we do supply the shorter pillars now.'The horse in the picture is 90mm resin to give you an idea of the size.

Cheers, Jon.

 

[Bailey]

I use a jeweler's universal clamp. You can find them for about $15 on amazon. I just close it around the pins in the figure's legs. The handle screws off so you can set it down too. You can also use the little rods/pins that come with it to hold odd shaped objects (shields, banners, etc) while painting. This works well for figures on foot, 54mm-90mm. However for horses it is a bit too small. It's a nice tool to have around, though if your interest is 90mm mounted then you'll need a bigger solution.

 

[kevininpdx]

thanks for all the advice. Looks like I will be going for the Sphere. Thanks for responding Jon. You have some sweet products. Very economical too

 

[JonP]

Many thanks Kevin

 

[Nap]

thanks for all the advice. Looks like I will be going for the Sphere. Thanks for responding Jon. You have some sweet products. Very economical too

Good choice IMO Jon has some really useful products

Nap

 

[JonP]

Good choice IMO Jon has some really useful products

Nap

Cheques in the post Kev!