Hello,
I would like to construct a workbench using two identical cast iron end-pieces, one of which is shown in the picture. I recovered the end-pieces from my late father-in-law's property, where they were buried behind one of his tumbled down sheds.
My problem is that I do not see how the top would have been originally constructed and fixed; also any bracing parts.
I have searched the internet for anything of similar construction, and done a 'Google image search', but without success.
I am hoping that someone may recognise these 'bench-ends' and/or give me some ideas how I may use them.
I am guessing that each end weighs in excess of 50 kg. Their overall dimensions are 750(H) x 660(W) mm. There are 6-square holes on the top surface, each measuring approximately 19 sq mm. There are no manufacturer's markings on the frames. The blue paint finish looks to be original.
Any advice would be appreciated.
I appreciate that I may be better off building a timber bench from scratch for my woodworking projects; but, even so, I may like to use them to build a dedicated large-scale vice-bench.
Thanks,
Peter
I would like to construct a workbench using two identical cast iron end-pieces, one of which is shown in the picture. I recovered the end-pieces from my late father-in-law's property, where they were buried behind one of his tumbled down sheds.
My problem is that I do not see how the top would have been originally constructed and fixed; also any bracing parts.
I have searched the internet for anything of similar construction, and done a 'Google image search', but without success.
I am hoping that someone may recognise these 'bench-ends' and/or give me some ideas how I may use them.
I am guessing that each end weighs in excess of 50 kg. Their overall dimensions are 750(H) x 660(W) mm. There are 6-square holes on the top surface, each measuring approximately 19 sq mm. There are no manufacturer's markings on the frames. The blue paint finish looks to be original.
Any advice would be appreciated.
I appreciate that I may be better off building a timber bench from scratch for my woodworking projects; but, even so, I may like to use them to build a dedicated large-scale vice-bench.
Thanks,
Peter