This uses the same quick-release mechanism as the Veritas tail vice. It features a simple on-off cam lever to engage or disengage the Acme threaded screw. It is capable of applying up to 180kg of force in either clamping or spreading applications. The screw mechanism provides 310mm of overall travel (minus the thickness of any jaw liner and the bench apron). An extruded aluminium screw cover keeps sawdust out of the screw. Installation is straightforward in a new bench or as a retrofit to an existing bench. All it requires is an unobstructed mounting area on the underside of the bench top at least 305mm wide by 405mm deep (with a 50mm thick bench apron and a 45mm jaw liner). The body is ductile iron with zinc-alloy endplates, steel shafts and guide rods, and a maple handle. Full instructions and hardware included. Made in Canada