1950's Wilton "Shop King" Vise Restoration

In this vise restoration video, I am restoring a 1950's style Wilton Shop King Vise. I picked this up in Arizona. The vise was in rough shape and missing the jaws. I made a pair of soft aluminum jaws and tried to match the paint as closely as I could to the original color. I will be using this vise in my shop. Love the size, and I was needing a vise with soft jaws. If you have any questions, leave a comment below. Enjoy!

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[@ipunchpoliticians1144]

New subscriber thanks for the upload man.

[@humanbeing_]

So look man... I have to say, that in the last month since I've found restoration videos, It's been crystal clear that *My Mechanics* is the absolute Gold Standard for camera work, attention to detail, holding each part to the camera, taking care when disassembling and reassembling, filing to get rid of casting marks, and the way the entire process is edited (in video) and put together... But then here you are, with a mind boggling 6.25K subscribers? I say that, because there has to be upwards of 100 channels on KZbin doing restorations. And _NO ONE, has even come close to taking as much care, and showing precise attention to detail, filing, sanding, and so on,_ (meaning in comparison to My Mechanics) - *Aside from YOU!* You're the ONLY one that's I've come across that is that good, and that I sat and watched the entire video from the moment I clicked on it, and thought 'yeah, I finally found another channel doing it right'. Don't get me wrong, there are some other channels that do 'good' work, but no one files and sands the castings on Vices, and misc restorations, many don't sandblast, most don't use primer for some odd reason, and no one takes that extra second or two with every single part, showing it to the camera, rotating it, pointing out flaws or what's going to be fixed, and putting that info on screen, really taking time with how the video is put together along with what you actually accomplish with your hands on the restorations; so that it can be properly appreciated. I can honestly say, after I got through this video, and went to subscribe, I was shocked you didn't have 900k to 1.1m subscribers; your work is THAT good. You've gained a subscriber for life, and I turned on "ALL" notifications. Superbly well done! And I haven't checked how many videos you have posted yet on your channel, but you can count on me binging on your content until I watch them all lol! :) Cheers, -H.B.

[@Tictac-37]

Très joli! Par contre,moi j'aurai strié les mors! Lisses comme ça,la pièce risque de glisser!!!

[@mrradio4944]

Human Being one channel I reccomend which also has good camera shots is ‘Rescue & Restore’ 👍

[@333111444333111444]

Finally I see someone repair cast iron correctly

[@johnbehneman1546]

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! TOTALLY AWSOME RESTORATION!!! I AM SO IMPRESSED!!!! SHE CAME OUT SO BEAUTIFUL!!! GREAT VIDEO AND EDUCATION. THANKS FOR SHARING!!!!

[@patriciamueller6892]

Bravo!!!! Chow!!! Sofia Loren is a legend and this vise is a goddess!!!!

[@jreese8284]

Came out on my birthday. Thanks for the enjoyable present!

[@calebblenkinsop2452]

What a thing of beauty you have created from a dirty old piece of workshop equipment. The downside is that you need to put it in a display cabinet now, because if you used it for the purpose it was intended, it would soon be an old scruffy vice again. ;-)

[@robertmcdonald4668]

Art Deco that is still functional. Love it.

[@haraldothegreat]

Somebody has been watching My Mechanics.

[@mschnee8536]

He is the brother of ´´my mechanics´´

[@slappy8941]

@@mschnee8536 Makes sense; they even have the same accent.

[@ahmadaliisah8597]

I noticed that... Similar steps

[@simonacuthbert1]

Absolutely correct. Even his hand gestures follow Mr My Mechanic's. Mind you, there's no fault in following that kind of detail and commitment to excellence.

[@josepalacid]

But he forgot the repair and restore part and went directly to shiny paint! 😂😂😂

[@carlmcgee1623]

Some SICK hours. Some SICK work.

[@Blove0130]

I bet you don’t want to see any sandpaper for awhile lol!! Great job on the restoration!!!

[@martint766]

Very nice work.

[@Ruggero4258]

I really liked this restoration work!

[@matthewkieferMATTMAN]

Great to see someone doing justice to old work tools, I just found an old Craftsman that looks like it was never used just put off in a corner to rust Im going to do this to it

[@PegasusProjects]

How’d that restoration go?

[@matthewkieferMATTMAN]

@@PegasusProjects The old rusted vice looks new thanks for the inspiration.

[@tototv4916]

This is very very nice restoration that i seen before complete details good job sir!

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you very much!

[@Evolucion7]

I really like the little Shop King vises. Imagine, a shop tool with actually artistic style! While the quality of today's tools (most of them, anyway) can't be assailed, there's simply no visual presence to them. I love that you took the time to freshen this one up.

[@PegasusProjects]

They knew how to design things in the 1950s

[@simonacuthbert1]

Colour matched grease. Now, that's dedication to perfection. Fantastic video and thanks for sharing. Ten out of ten.

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed it

[@simonacuthbert1]

@@PegasusProjects It was a joy to watch and utterly absorbing. Thanks again and I look forward to watching your next challenge.

[@hhattingh]

You make it look so easy, but that is a LOT of work. Enjoyed watching it. Great stuff!

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you for the kind words. I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@paulorth2251]

What was old, is now new again. Nicely done.

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you!

[@NeoMorphUK]

The thing I love about this is reusing pretty much everything. A lot of restorers throw out parts that are bent and make new parts to replace the old bent parts. A lovely restoration.

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you. Nothing a torch and hammer can’t fix!

[@Buddy-po4hv]

That's a job well done

[@bigmotter001]

Great work and nicely entertaining. Thanks for the time and video. Take care.

[@mashtali1]

watching this guy's videos is relaxing, better than therapy.

[@ElRel]

This Wilton design places form and function on an equal level. I have never seen an art deco vise before.

[@restoreandmake]

Absolutely brilliant, your work is a great inspiration for my own videos😊👍 thank you so much

[@mwills802]

Well done!!!

[@briandavern8741]

Awesome work

[@rickchargois9322]

I inadvertently found your channel and stopped to watch because I had the same experience as you regarding this vise. Awhile back, approximately two weeks ago, I saw one like this with all the original parts. I really liked the retro design and general beauty of the tool. I purchased it with the intent of restoring it as you did. I just received it last week. Your work on this piece was exceptional and you should be proud of the end result. A functional work of art that can be used for another 60-70 years and beyond. As for all the negative comments, just disregard them. First off it’s your tool to do with as you wish. Second I agree that you have brought this vise to what the original designer envisioned on the drawing board. Finally, throughout history tool owners have modified their tools to suit their needs and taste. For someone to criticize you as they did has disrespected you and your extraordinary effort to provide them with entertainment and inspiration. If they didn’t care for it just move on. Congrats on the great work and thanks for the inspiration. You earned another subscriber. Take care and keep the projects coming.

[@josepalacid]

There are only three possibilities: you don't know nothing about restorations or you are his grandpa. Encouraging scammers like this one is not a good thing for the society.

[@thomasinterian5537]

Very nice very professional

[@mmediaimage]

Super restoration cool job😷

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you!

[@bumbygumby]

Phenomenal restoration!!

[@CB71SS]

Fantastic job.

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you!

[@JR-dd4ec]

That came out nice!

[@robertmcdonald4668]

Because of watching this video I am now in the process of restoring 2 of the Wilton Shop Kings, a 3" and a 4". Both have the pipe jaws and the 3" has the drift hole with cutter. Only small problem is that there shouldn't be a cotter pin on the shaft, it takes an E clip, otherwise awesome job.

[@MrScrew]

Nice Restoration

[@PegasusProjects]

Thanks!

[@barryparks8055]

a work of art! well done

[@stewartmcmanus3991]

Just the purtiest little thang. Well worth the effort and will be a pleasure for the rest of your life.

[@PegasusProjects]

One of my favorite tools in my shop.

[@stephenbridges2791]

Outstanding job, sir. Unless I missed something; I think you restored it without spending a great deal of money. My compliments.

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you! It was under $30 in materials I believe.

[@roadweary5252]

One of the best vise restorations I’ve ever seen 👍🍺

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you. That means a lot!

[@tylerporter8012]

You just got yourself a new subscriber! Great restoration!

[@jerrieyum]

Shop King! That’s a dope name for a channel 😂. I’ve never seen a vise like this before. You did a great job. Its so amazing to watch this come back to life.

[@PegasusProjects]

That is a good channel name idea!

[@howardlovecraft750]

Nice work.

[@adrianstacey5484]

Amazing! Very envious of the talents put into this restoration, and the videos clear explanation of the process! Highlights the throw away generation that sadly seems the normal now............

[@tomallen6073]

Beautiful vice, own one myself. Art Deco styling.

[@chazzcombs]

I love it when the restorers on channels like this don't just restore, but improve. Great work, man.

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you sir!

[@saddlebagusa3371]

Damn! Had me smiling at "hardware store was closed so I made myself a cotter-pin". LOL, loved it

[@w.rustylane5650]

Great job on the restoration. Looks like a brand new vise. W Rusty Lane K9POW in eastern Tennessee

[@RESTORATIONOFSCRAPMETAL]

Good work great result 👍

[@PatrickJaeger]

Always good to see something from the past restored, but not even just that, it's to be used again and not just sat aside. Awesome job.

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you!

[@3rdofthree]

Well done, sir!

[@stephenestes7430]

I really like that you take the time to file off the cast marks. Makes for a much better end product.

[@PegasusProjects]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@sputnikwot857]

Полированые губки на тисках... Это так... гламурно! / The polished grips on the vice... It's so... glamorous!

[@gibmelson7628]

very good work! nice !

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you!

[@michaelpugh4894]

Nice tear down, clean up and fix. Beautiful restoration.

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you! Glad you’re enjoying the videos Michael!

[@christmasina]

Just found you. I love the attention to detail, especially cleaning up the seams, and molding marks. Love your job. New sub here

[@mattvivona]

I didn't think I would like all of the polished surfaces, but it came out fantastic!

[@LambeauLeeeper]

Great job.

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ronroberts110]

I really like the art-deco style of the original design. I have a large cheap Chinese vice, but I would love to find one of these for a restoration project for smaller vice-holding jobs.

[@5084204]

Excellent attention to detail! Thanks for the upload.

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you!

[@ricardou1970]

YES!!! primer first then a nice coat of paint, good job ! very clean

[@PegasusProjects]

Don Richard Umaña no other way to do it. Thank you!

[@ricardou1970]

@@PegasusProjects you are very welcome sir!

[@not2fast4u2c]

It looks better than a new one ..You do a great job at filing, sanding and polishing the bolts and parts that stay bare metal

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you! Those pieces definitely take patience

[@mikekralj1447]

I have 4 smaller vices and I really want a shop king for the retro look. Nice resto

[@robust1941]

You sir have turned that into a piece of art! Bravo!

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you.

[@jonny555ive]

Job well done sir. Turned out fantastic. Subscribed 👍👍

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you

[@jonny555ive]

@@PegasusProjects absolutely welcome, keep up the fantastic work 👍👍

[@davidrobinson7667]

Job well done ! 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@FirstnameLastname-uh4rk]

Fantastic restoration job. I restore old mechanical workshop items, so I know just how many hours this type of project takes to do, and how sore your fingers get after all the filing and sanding. The attention to detail is commendable...you even polish the heads of hidden screws you’ll never see again! Really nice job. Thanks for taking the time to video it all and post it here. This is so much better viewing than watching tv. Cheers!

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@williamstone267]

One hell of an awesome job with the sanding and the rasps! 💯👍

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you William

[@marktasco3569]

Awesome job!!!

[@rlh421]

A labor of love !

[@2secondabs]

Great job

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you!

[@sonyhk3824]

Better than the original manufacturer. Cheers man

[@billstiem6035]

Very nice work .............

[@jimbusmaximus4624]

Probably nicer now than it was new! You should track down the pipe jaws and cut-off tool, that's really a gem! I hope mine comes out half as nice!!

[@rachmadanirachmadani1548]

Great job..keep on going bro..👍

[@moman1701a]

Beautiful job....

[@MrSnmpsniffer]

Nice job man!

[@RandomTubePT]

Amazing Bro... Very Well done 👍.... I would buy it 😀💪 Big Hug

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[@10luti]

Excellent work, I've never seen anything done so carefully, congratulations.

[@theropesofrenovation9352]

Nicely done! Subscribed.

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you for subscribing!

[@CaptOrbit]

That's a fine-looking soft jaw vise. It's probably good for at least another 50 years now.

[@codelicious6590]

I recently filed the surface of the anvil on a vintage Eclipse vice I restored back to flat so I can feel your pain with all that filing! Whew! This one is very beautiful! Well worth the labor I'd say.

[@GT_Racer347]

That was definitely worth staying up late to watch.

[@PegasusProjects]

Glad you enjoyed it! Many more to come

[@user-ez3kr4ss7q]

Super ! Perfekt !

[@J0kER1976]

sexy vise, good job.

[@pacettid]

Best resto video I have seen, to date. Well done.

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@petebutt11]

Its good to see a true artist at work ! The attention to detail is amazing ! Well done

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you for the kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for subscribing!

[@stephaniesander5465]

Excellent! The skill and patience you possess resulted in a terrific restoration.

[@johndoe1765]

GREAT VIDEO THANKS.

[@markharris5771]

This certainly separated the men from the boys! And the integrity not to have fake rust to begin with. Your attention to detail puts you in the same category as my mechanics and Geoffrey Croker. A very easy 'subscribe'.

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you. They were both big inspirations for me to start my channel. Means a lot to hear that. Thank you for subscribing!

[@ironcladranchandforge7292]

Mark Harris -- You noticed that too aye..... Just got done watching a resto video where it was obvious the rust was recent and fake to make the item look worse than what it was, LOL.......

[@matteosamuelespini7313]

This is the first time I see such an amazing restoration. You have done a great job!!!

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it!

[@357magdad]

Wow! You put a lot of effort into that project! Great results!

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you my friend!

[@user-dx6pt9oo6h]

Hi bro 👋👋👋very very good restoration 👍👍👍 and video cool 🤝🤝🤝

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you my friend!

[@cdradmaker]

That turned out really beautiful!

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you!

[@DadzorRules]

Beautiful vise. Outstanding restoration. This was obviously a labor of love. Thanks for sharing.

[@craigmonteforte1478]

Awesome work again. You cant go wrong with a Wilton Vice they are definitely one of the better made. Ones around

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you. No you can’t they are good reliable equipment

[@denniswhite166]

It was a nice little Shop King vise. Now it's a nice little Museum Emperor vise.

[@PegasusProjects]

It hasn't found it's way to a museum yet!

[@patjohnson3100]

Beautiful restoration. That vise never looked so good.

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you very much!

[@petrenkomykola7992]

Though some steps may seem unnecessary it just goes to show professionals have standards and will put in the extra steps to achieve perfection. Good job chap, ya got yourself a real gem.

[@PegasusProjects]

Thank you

[@wolswildcamping1257]

Good job, thanks for sharing man.

[@HouseMadeUS]

Time to get a new drill press, that thing is wobbly! Nice job on this. I love that you brought it back. Very cool.

[@PegasusProjects]

You’re telling me! I went and found a “new” Delta press from the 40s. Going to be a project in the future. But it’s being used now.

[@bobgereaux9138]

Very nice restoration. I've redone a couple ShopKing as well. It's nice to take something old and making it nice again. Great job!