I don't usually leave bad reviews if I can return an item, but this is a real 'you get what you pay for' one. There are many versions of this vise from many manufacturers and, as usual, it is difficult to tell which ones are literally the same and are sold under different brands at different prices. A few years ago I bought the "Euro Tool" version for $28 and was very happy with it. I need a second one and was about to reorder the Euro Tool when I saw that there were many identical items with lower prices and higher ratings so I bought this one for $18. This really sucks. Poorly made, poorly finished, poorly packaged (shipped in a bag, flimsy vise box fell apart in transit). The bar handle that rotates the vise jaws was noticeably bent, most likely during manufacture and not due to damage. Even without the application of force, the ball joint in the seat moved roughly. The surface was uneven and worn, and the neoprene gave off a strong odor. Surprisingly, this version received an overall Β½ star rating more than the Euro Tool version, which I was happy with. Anyway, I'm returning it and spending the "extra" $10 to get something reasonably well made.