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Bench Block

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$14.56 $19.95 In stock

A must have tool in any machine shop, the bench block is ideal for holding work, drilling, driving pins, tapping, reaming and other similar functions.

This bench block is 3" in diameter and 1.5" thick. It has holes from 1/8" to 5/8" diameter which provide added alignment when drilling holes. (Note: a bench block can also be used outside of a machinist's context when drilling holes on vertical surfaces, such as with a hand drill.)

The V-groove accommodates round and odd-shaped stock and with the help of a clamp can help hold that stock in a stationary position for drilling.
The bottom is milled to be parallel with the top surface. The core of the tool is hollow to reduce weight and eliminate additional surface area which could cause a wobble when placing the bench block true on an anvil or table.
The knurled edge provides a good grip and covers a significant portion of the side surface.

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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Victoria ★★★★★

I've been using this bench block for driving pins and tapping, and the 3-inch diameter gives just enough surface area without taking up too much space on my bench. It stays put really well during drilling, which makes precise work a lot easier.

Brian ★★★★★

This little 3-inch block is perfect for my small shop jobs like drilling and driving pins, and it stays put better than I expected. I was pleasantly surprised by how solid it feels for its size — no sliding around when I'm tapping a stubborn part.

Alexander ★★★★★

I've been using this block for tapping and reaming, and the 1.5-inch thickness gives it plenty of heft to stay put on the bench. It's exactly as described and does the job without any fuss.