MFT-style vs. Trad-style workbench design (is there a middle ground??)

[paulrbarnard]

Hey Andy that could be a good shout. And maybe something I could retro-fit. I am fortunate though in that I have access to another workshop space where there is a decent through draft to take care of any lingering dust.

I honestly don’t know how people back in the day could work without a mask

They often died young with lung problems. My Grandfather did.

 

[SammyQ]

What’s slightly confusing is that the angle of the vice’s front jaw tilts inward. A pal who fitted a record vice recently said his did the same.

They all do. It's so you can pinch up an item by using just the top centimetre or so if you chose.

 

[Cabinetman]

Yes it’s meant to be like that, makes up for the natural inclination of the jaw to bend outwards under pressure.
Looking good btw. Are you fitting a planing stop in the gap between tops? Very handy when planing panels etc. Have a look at the Mike Siemsen vid a viceless bench. Highly recommend to all.
Ian