## Record No 1 Bench Vice – Introduction
This is a Record No 1 bench vice, a classic tool for holding workpieces securely during metalworking, woodworking, or general repair tasks. Manufactured by Record Tools, this vice features a robust construction designed for durability and reliable performance. Its design allows for firm clamping, making it suitable for a variety of projects and applications in a workshop or home setting.
## Condition and Collectibility
This vice shows signs of use consistent with its age and likely workshop environment. It presents with surface wear and patina, indicative of a tool that has seen service. Despite this, it remains a desirable item for collectors of vintage tools, or for those seeking a functional and characterful addition to their workshop.
