Forward DT08125A 5-Inch Heavy Duty Bench Vise 360-Degree Swivel Base and Head with Anvil (5", Ductile Iron)
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Size: DT08125A-5In
Features
- Jaw Width: 125mm (5"), Jaw Opening: 125mm (5"), Throat Depth: 67mm (2.6"), Clamp Force: at least 5500 lbs (24 k.N), Item Weight: 33 lbs
- More Durable and Sturdy: Material upgraded, stationary body and floating body of DT08125A vise are all made from industrial-strength ductile iron, PSI 60,000
- More Clamping Options: DT08125A bench vise is equipped with 3 sets of well-machined jaws: replaceable top jaws with microgroove tooth, built in pipe jaws( 3/5" -2 1/2") and V-jaws, secure grip and smooth slide
- More Versatile and Flexible: The 360-degrees rotating front head and swivel base enable easy clamping of objects at any angle, making bench vice more efficient to work on complex workpiece
- Multifunctional Dual-Purpose Vise: The 5inch vise is suitable for both industrial and DIY home use. You can perform a range of tasks including grinding, cutting, and tapping work on the large reinforced anvil. Easily mounted and solid lockdown
Material: Cast Iron
Brand: Forward
Color: Blue
Style: Heavy Duty,Round
Clamp Width: 8 Inches
Tensile Strength: 5500 Pounds
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Manufacturer: Forward
Material: Cast Iron
Brand: Forward
Color: Blue
Style: Heavy Duty,Round
Clamp Width: 8 Inches
Tensile Strength: 5500 Pounds
UPC: 725704413320
Manufacturer: Forward
Part Number: HY-DT08125A-5In
Item Weight: 35.9 pounds
Package Dimensions: 18.5 x 10 x 9.8 inches
Item model number: DT
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
Size: DT08125A-5In
Item Package Quantity: 1
Measurement System: Inch
Included Components: bolts
Batteries Included?: No
Batteries Required?: No
Date First Available: August 7, 2018
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Top Amazon Reviews
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This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.
The workbench vise is highly praised by reviewers, with words like "quality", "versatile", "handy", and "robust". The vise is being used in several different settings such as garages and shops, and whether the user is professional or an enthusiast, the utility of this product stands out. Its sturdiness and well-constructed design are widely acknowledged, and it's versatile enough for different tasks. However, some customers note that depending on the task, they would prefer larger 6" jaws compared to the 5" ones.
Pros
- 👍 Versatile and handy for a variety of tasks
- 👌 Well-built with high quality finish
- 😉 Quick and efficient delivery
- 💪 Solid and robust design
- 🔧 Easy to install and use
Cons
- 😕 Size may not be sufficient for everyone, a larger 6-inch might be preferable for some
- 🔩 One customer reported product came with one less bolt for mounting
- 🤷 Some customers needed to do minor cleanup when first received
Should I Buy It?
Given the positive feedback, the vise is a good buy for those who need a solid, versatile tool for their workbench. It does require careful consideration of required size for planned tasks, as the 5" version might be too small for some jobs. Overall, the product delivers well on its features and is highly recommended by current users.
Size: HY-DT150B-6IN
Solid and heavy!!! Exactly what I was hoping for, does everything as advertised. I saw some complaints about the 360-degree base rotation being clunky or questionable but I'm not seeing a problem with mine. I have used it four times already and I'm looking forward to several projects I've been putting off. 10 outa 10 for my needs at least
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Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2025 by James Culp
Size: DT08125A-5In
Perfect vice for the home shop. It was well packaged surrounded by styrofoam and it arrived with no damage. I like the swivel head design perfect for clamping wood or metal and pipe. What’s also nice is they provide mounting bolts which many other companies do not. I bought this vice to replace a smaller one I had and I needed a larger vice which is more versatile for different types of jobs. I would recommend this vice for the diy’ers . Great tool to have
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Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2025 by Deck Deck
Size: DT08125A-5In
good heavy vise. works. bolts included.
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2025 by buyer#BR549
Size: DT100-4In
Fit and finish is good. Opens very smoothly Jaws aligned good Mine had a slight drag every half rotation when closing jaws that is irritating, QC missed that issue. Not many 4" vises in this configuration style to choose from; this vise was the most visibly appealing to me The only issue that I had with this vice is that if you want to rotate the vise on its base, it will require several turns loosening both screws on the base; this is only a hinderance if you constantly have turn or adjust the vise for a project. Overall, I am generally very pleased with this vise, and I would have given it 5 stars if it's base mechanism was easier to engage and release for my purposes and if it didn't have the slight catch when closing the jaws.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2025 by GearHead48
Size: DT08125A-5In
The media could not be loaded. THIS IS A GREAT VISE for medium duty. It is fully featured, well made, and ductile iron, which should reduce the possibility of cracking or breaking. I bought it to replace a small Wilton bench vise that I wore out by using it for bigger jobs than it was designed for. I suspect the features this vise offers will seldom be used by the typical homeowner or handyman, but for the occasion where a bigger vise is called for, this is a great addition for the workbench. The Forward DT08125A 5-Inch Heavy Duty Bench Vise arrived well packaged. No damage to box or contents. I mounted it with appropriate hardware for my bench application. Everyone's installation, and hardware, will vary. From all the complaints I read about this model's operation and design, they were mostly unfounded, for a vise in this price range. The vise opens and closes smoothly, a full 5" between the jaws. The design allows the work piece to clear the edge of the work bench, if the vise is mounted correctly. The jaws were both parallel and perpendicular and tightly clamped a piece of paper with no gaps. Handle is 9" long and 0.558" diameter. The vise base rotates smoothy 360 degrees and locks down firmly, given that you find the index detent (provided by tooth-like index nubs internal to the base) while tightening the dual clamps, one on each side. The vise JAW rotates smoothly 360 degrees and locks down firmly. The jaw won't rotate when firmly tightened, but will rotate with some force when the jaws are not fully tightened. That is more a matter of mechanics than it is design. After installation, the vise was solid as a rock. I made a video to go with this review to provide some scale of size, and to demonstrate the features of its design. I added O'rings to the vise handle for more convenient configuration/ operation (see video). Reviews complaining about this or that (not counting shipping damage from improper handling in transit) will likely by remedied by experience and use. My vise was in OEM packaging, delivered by amazon, and arrived in perfect condition. I researched and reviewed vises for many, many hours. I found no "cons" except that it is BIG ( almost 17" long) for the allotted space once taken up by the little red Wilton vise (which I would not recommend except for very light duty). I'm very happy with this one, would buy it again, give it as a gift, and would recommend it to all my rowdy friends.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2023 by KB KB
Size: DT08125A-5In
Yes, this costs as much as the Yost counterpart. Yes, this is also available from Irwin for the same price. Yes, there are others with different paint jobs. However, what only Forward has that neither one of those other companies have is proper packaging. I have researched the heck out of this and all the similar other brand's variants and have seen how the others came cracked or with bent handles due to insufficient packaging. This comes completely encased inside two thick halves of styrofoam---and all the way up to Alaska in pristine condition. The vise itself also shows the level of detail and care, the paint is uniform and more vibrant compared to the darker hues of blue in other vises. The jaws clamp tight and true, the tolerances are excellent, and the replaceable milled teeth are actually sharp. If you understand the inherent design that rotating vises require parts to be hollowed for the design and take that into consideration, this will last a lifetime even in an industrial setting which is how ours is being used. When it arrives, it's not overly caked in grease. A simple wipe down was all it needed, it already comes with all the pivots operating smoothly. However, when we oiled (a thin lubricating oil like 3 in 1 oil is fine) the entire shaft cylinder and the lead screw, this vise is buttery smooth---I'm talking thousand-dollar, operating with 1 finger type of smooth. It's just incredible. While I understand that this design is probably made in the same factory as a myriad of other rebranded versions, I can say that Forward at least keeps the quality control very tight. This is a small sample size but it appears other reviewers are experiencing the same thing. I've decided to contact Forward to see how their customer service is, and they responded within hours and are very professional. I really love to support companies such as this and see them develop more products with this level of integrity. Lastly, my enthusiasm might sound like a paid shill, I definitely paid for this 100% and have no affiliation with them whatsoever. I just hate buying bad tools and hate bad experiences with so many products that this was really a breath of fresh air. Once in a while, things turn out right and that's exciting.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2023 by ntsworld
Size: HY-DT150B-6IN
nice and heavy duty.
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2025 by chad h shell