The Yost is designed for the home or professional woodworker. The vise is built from rugged cast iron. It features a quick release that disengages the screw for speedy adjustment. Simply pull the lever and slide the jaw in or out.  Engage the screw by turning the handle clockwise for super holding control. The has 9 in. wide jaws with an 10-1/4 in. maximum opening. The vise features a buttress threaded main screw for powerful clamping. The bench dog can be used in conjunction with a bench stop for oversized projects. The vise jaws have predrilled holes to allow optional wood facings (not included) to be mounted to the vise.