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Forward CR50A 5.5 Inch Bench Vise Heavy Duty with Anvil and 210°Swivel Base

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At a glance

Condition
New
Size
5.5 in
Model
CR50A
Dimensions
14.4 x 6.2 x 7.6 in
Color
Black
Material
Ductile Iron
Style
Heavy Duty
In the box
Bench Vise

Features 5

  • Jaw Width:139.7mm (5.5"), Jaw Opening: 152mm (6"), Throat Depth: 80mm (3.1"), Clamping Force: 7700 lbs (35 kN)
  • Ductile Iron Bench Vise: Material upgraded, Forward CR50A vise is all made from sturdy PSI 60,000 ductile iron, more durable and pliable
  • More Clamping Options: CR50A bench vice is equipped with 2 sets of well-machined jaws: replaceable flat jaws with slot jaws, built in pipe jaws( 1/2"- 3 1/2"), secure grip and smooth slide
  • More Precision and Stability: The 210-degree swivel base helps you maintain the correct angle and position of your workpiece, making bench vice more efficient to work on complex workpieces that demand high accuracy

Description

What upgrades have been made to the materials of the 5.5-inch bench vise CR50A? Full Body of the CR50A is constructed of heavy-duty and durable ductile iron with a high tensile strength of 60,000 PSI, 2 times stronger than normal cast iron bench vise How do the 210-degree rotatable base make CR50A so powerful? The base is not a base that gives you limited locking options but instead rotates the entire 210°, you can choose to tighten it to any direction you need to work at your fingertips, it is the best assistant for your work. DT08125A-5 In CR50A-5.5 In 30505-5 In 0806-6 In 1705A-6 In Forward is a top manufacturer producing a wide range of vise, woodworking tools, and various castings, along with engineering machinery accessories, power accessories, brake adjustment arms, and so on. We have an annual output of 1 million vise machines. Committed to quality, innovation, and precision, Forward's products are designed for durability and reliability. The state-of-the-art facilities and expert team ensure rigorous quality standards. Heavy-duty bench vise, robust and durable, Forward's top product. We aim to provide the best quality bench vise for woodworkers and pliers all over the world, where everyone is the best creator. More than 70 years production experience, Forward bench vise stands out due to its high-quality materials, innovative design, and exceptional performance. Forward provide reliable and efficient tools for securing workpieces. Durable, precise, and easy-to-use. We are essentially contributing to the safety and efficiency of several industries, such as woodworking, metalworking Multi-functional bench vise, full 360-degree swivel base and rotating head Heavy-duty bench vise with a 360-degree rotating base for greater flexibility. Heavy-duty industrial bench vise, made of 72,000 PSI Ductile Iron, for enhanced strength and durability.

Specs 16

Material Ductile Iron
Brand Forward
Item dimensions L x W x H 14.4 x 6.2 x 7.6 inches
Color Black
Style Heavy Duty
Tensile Strength 7700 pounds
Item Highlight 7,700LBS Clamping Force | 5.5" Jaw Width, 6" Max Jaw Opening, 3.1" Throat Depth
Number of Items 1

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Top Amazon Reviews


Excellent product!
Size: CR80A-8In
Very solid and smooth operation - it replaced a vise that gave up after 20 years of service. And it is so much better at about the same weight.
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2026 by Andreas H. Korner

Nice quality
Size: CR40A-4.5In
Nice heavy duty for the price
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2026 by Paul E. Ford

Solid Bench Vise for General Shop Work
Size: CR40A-4.5In
I’ve been using this vise regularly in my workshop and it has held up very well. The construction feels solid, the swivel base is useful when repositioning workpieces, and it clamps securely without feeling flimsy or loose under load. For general shop use, firearm work, light fabrication, and random garage projects, it has been more than capable. The jaws line up well, the action has stayed smooth, and the anvil surface is handy to have when needed. It strikes a good balance between price and performance. There are obviously heavier industrial vises out there, but for most home shop users this is a very solid option that doesn’t feel cheap. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2026 by Anon

Great Value!
Size: CR50A-5.5In
Wow! Sturdy, locks in place, incredibly strong grip.
Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2026 by neonleon

Good oversized vise for medium duty stuff Good oversized vise for medium duty stuff
Size: 6.5Inch
Firstly... I do like this vise! It is a 6.5 inch heavy beast. It is my first real bench vise as I've always made due with and ancient "Shopmate 85", an antique Craftsmen 2" clamp-on vise, assorted jigs or C-clamps. So my perspectives may be considered limited. I will say that the depth and width was what I was looking for and the slight provision for round stuff should be good too. Closing and opening was good, but not a precision smooth, as expected for this price range bench vise. Some wiggle and side to side play was to be expected and not excessive. There is the typical spring to take up the slop of the main screw and a drilled hole for the roll pin to hold the spring in place and I would have like to have a groove and big e-clip instead. That is a definite future weak point I would guess, as the video review from "Project Farm" pointed out. May vice was not well greased and required some generous smearing all over the threads and slide areas. It may not be as heavy duty as I would hope, but for the projects I have lined up, it will be strong enough. I'm not looking to beat on it with a 20lb. sledge or wrench 1/4 inch bar stock straight. The most obvious weakness is the base and I should have realized that 270 degree swing is going to be one of those wide smile grooved base. It has a single hold down bolt to ride that 270 degree sweep. Also, the square head of the bolt does not seat broadly in the groove, but more like dainty straddle. Only the 2mm edge does the grabbing of the groove when engaged. I think I can slightly improve the hold by making a special washer and it might cut the swing to 260, but should improve the hold? I will not try to tighten down that base lock tighter than "hand-tight" as I will very likely shorten the live of the edges of the groove or limited bite of the bolt. Quick Update: The hold down bolt slips easily when I have about 40 foot pounds of side force. I tried to hand tighten, as per instructions, to as hard tight as I could and the vise dose slip. I'll have to make that special washer sooner than I thought. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2024 Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2024 by W Y MO

Bench Vise
Size: CR40A-4.5In
Works great!
Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2026 by Joel R Anderson

Quality Vise
Size: CR40A-4.5In
This is a quality vise. Veryhappy with my purchase
Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2026 by casey d.

Heavy duty
Size: 6.5Inch
Very well built. Heavy duty
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2026 by Les
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