A two-point economy vise with a rubber friction grip and adjustable tilt: the entry point to holding a ski properly.
- Two-point vise system
- Rubber friction clamping
- Adjustable tilt angles for side edge work
The tilt is what makes edge work possible. Held flat, a side edge sits at an awkward angle to your hands and you compensate with the tool, which is where inconsistent bevels come from. Tilting the ski presents the edge properly so the guide does the work.
Two points or three? Two holds the ski; a third support at the opposite end stops it twisting under a file. For waxing and light edge work two is adequate. For serious edge work, a three-piece set holds far more steadily.
Rubber friction rather than jaws means it grips without clamping pressure on the ski, which is gentler on a race ski's sidewall, but check it holds firmly before leaning into a file.
Needs a bench: see benches and vises and all tuning tools.
