Jeff Saylor
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I'm looking to purchase a holdfast for my workbench. The holes for my stops are 3/4" dia. What size holdfast would you go with- 5/8" dia. shaft? Also, any particular brand prefered (or ones to stay away from!).
wallysandcrab said:They don't really have a dislodgement striking point like a forged one does, or should. I've found that the mallet I have with the green rubberish membrane around it is best for setting these. I've developed the habit of smacking the shaft under the bench to loosen them when convenient; this is easier for me than trying to smack the top. I