Lumberjack ToolsLog Lock 1-1/2" - 4-1/2" Logs, Log Holder - Log Vice (LL1545), Grey

Worked very well, a must for production work!

I wanted to get into wood shaping and this is the perfect hold fast.

I'm a carpenter and woodworker who never seems to have all of the right tools for whatever new departure I'm currently being drawn in to. So I started dabbling in log furniture a year or two ago but had been struggling with a good method of securing logs while shaving them with a drawknife or cutting tenons on an end. More often than not, the log would slip if held in a conventional wood vice. This tool absolutely, completely solved that problem.It loses one star because it needs a design upgrade. The handle that is used to tighten the clamp 'fights' a pair of round head screws. A washer is provided to raise the handle above the screws but it often slips out of the way when adjusting for different log sizes. If the washer was welded to the top of the clamp bar, or if the device was cast with a raised area next to the offending screws, much inconvenience would be avoided.Don't misunderstand; this is a great tool but for the high cost I expected total design excellence.

Qualty material and rugged construction. A bit pricey, but will last a lifetime.

This is a decent tool for the money, although I advise to purchase the larger version made by Lumberjack. Without these tools it is just about impossible to cut tenons with a heavy corded electric drill. The torque is just too much. Would like to see a kit with the larger vise, slide and drill made available. I purchased everything separately and while tenons can be made with manual saws and draw knives it is a time consuming process also requiring a shaving horse.

I used this while making log post, balusters, and handrails in my cabin. I added a small piece of rubber sheet (1/16" thick) to help secure the logs while I cut the tenons. Then I used it on my drill press while I cut the holes at 38 degrees. There was absolutely no slippage and no damage while I cut 1", 1-1/2", and 2" tenons or when I drilled the holes. It was very fast and easy to use saving many hours over the course of the project. The holder is made from thick steel and the quality is excellent. I can highly recommend this item.

The log lock does exactly what it is supposed to do and I am very glad that I bought it.

Great log vise. Plus easy changing to a new log. Quick and secure.

works well

Clamp is ok but sadly it is a bit over priced for the quality. I will probly just use it as a template and make a few more with a few tweaks. Biggest issue is how sloppy the handle is put together. Quick tack weld fixed that though.

It’s a good product

This product would be good for small one off projects when time is not as important.

Pretty solid but expensive for what it is