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This product has performed very well. It is everything I expected and the quality of the product is excellent.
Got this for my dad for Christmas to add to his stock of 1/2" pipe clamps. I'm not experienced enough to say if it actually makes a difference over the 1/2" pipe, but if I ever buy any more for myself I will be getting these. We built a book shelf and the extra clamp came in very handy. The 3/4" version definitely felt sturdier than the others. The clamping action was smooth and they held strong. Seems to be of the highest quality.
These clamps appeal to many woodworkers, and they certainly have their place in any woodshop. However, they are not perfect.One problem is that they have a tendency to pull frames out of square, and or put a bow in your glue ups if you're not careful - which is really not a problem of the clamp itself, but the flexing of the pipe. Do not buy these clamps in the 1/2" variety for any length over 4 feet.I own and use these clamps and I wouldn't be without them. But, if I can get a Bessey on my projects (up to 80") then that's the clamp I reach for.
THIS CLAMP IS TIME TESTED AND HAS ALWAYS OUT PERFORMED THE OTHER BRANDS. THE SECRET IS A BETTER RELEASE ON THE FOOT PORTION OF THE CLAMP. I HAVE BEEN USING PONY#50 FOR 35 YEARS,AND WON'T PURCHASE ANYTHING BUT.
With an investment of $12 per 72" of galvanized pipe at Sears, I had solid, long clamps for $27 apiece. I am not sure why Jorgensen recommends black pipe; it may be a perceived cost difference.
I needed a set of four 72" clamps, and these are really the only option. I cannot speak to the Bessey equivalents (which I suspect are good as well), or the many cheap no-name versions of these, but I trust the Jorgensen name and am glad to be able to support U.S.
These clamps are a real bargain, and in spite of the low price you simply do not sacrifice anything in terms of performance. I clean the pipe of residue with turpenol (any solvent/degreaser would probably do), and I do not have the issue of making marks on the wood surfaces.
manufacturing when possible. I have one suggestion for these: although the manufacturer recommends black pipe, I use galvanized instead.
Also, per the excellent suggestion of another reviewer, I attach rubber walking can tips on the exposed pipe end, which does prevent inadvertent marring of other surfaces and protects the thread from damage. Awfully hard to beat.
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