REAL AVID MASTER GUN VISE TORQ-LOK User manual
USER MANUAL
WARNING: TO AVOID DAMAGE, READ USER MANUAL
AND REFER TO YOUR GUN MANUAL PRIOR TO USE.
MASTER
GUN VISE™
MULTI-AXIS BENCH-MOUNT VISE
WITH TORQ-LOK™
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THE ULTIMATE
FOUNDATION FOR
GUN DIY®
.
MASTER
GUN VISE™
MULTI-AXIS BENCH-MOUNT VISE WITH TORQ-LOK™
PADDED SIDE FOR A
COMPRESSION FIT TO GRIP
GUNS AND GUN PARTS
(PROTECTS WOOD STOCKS)
SEMI-RIGID NYLON SIDE,
GROOVED TO GRIP AND
SECURE GUN PARTS
TORQ-LOK™BALL &
SOCKET LOCK PIN
QUICK ADJUST CRANK
REVERSIBLE STAINLESS
STEEL JAW PLATES
ACCU-LEVEL™
MICRO ADJUSTMENT
LEVELING CAM
GUN-FIT™
LOCKING PINS (4)
FOR GUN-FIT
SLEEVES AND
LUG-LOK UPPER
VISE BLOCK
ARTICULATING BALL &
SOCKET JOINT
REVERSIBLE
GUN-FIT™SLEEVES
SPEED-CAM™BALL & SOCKET
COMPRESSION LEVER
PADDED FOR A COMPRESSION FIT
TO GRIP GUNS AND GUN PARTS
VERSATILE PISTOL AND GUN MAINTENANCE
SAFELY GRIP ANY SURFACE
SEMI-RIGID NYLON, GROOVED TO GRIP GUN PARTS SUCH
AS RIFLE BARRELS, PICATINNY RAILS AND BOLT CARRIERS
INSTALL OR UPGRADE TRIGGERS
ARCA-SWISS COMPATIBLE
PICATINNY RAIL COMPATIBLE QUICKLY SECURE SUPPRESSORS
REVERSIBLE GUN-FIT™
JAW SLEEVES.
The rst real bench vise made exclusively for guns and gun tools. Whether you’re building and
customizing, repairing, cleaning or mounting scopes and accessories, this vise is precision
engineered to improve every part of the GUN DIY®experience. Quickly reposition your gun to
any orientation without ever removing it from the vise. Insert the Torq-Lok™pin into one of
the eight preset positions for applying heavy force. Use the removable and reversable Gun-Fit™
jaw sleeves for a specic gun grip or turn the leveling knob for simple scope mounting and
leveling. Build. Customize. Repair. Mount. Clean. Upgrade to Master Grade.
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WARNING
Before undertaking any type of work on your rearm – including disassembly, cleaning,
modication, and reassembly – you must know how to unload, remove the magazine,
and conduct a safety check of the rearm both visibly and physically. You must
know how to safely operate the action of the rearm and how to combine and
separate the upper receiver from the lower receiver.
After performing work on your rearm, you must properly perform all appropriate
safety procedures such as checking headspace and conrming proper function of the
re control group. Failure to do so can result in damage or destruction of your rearm
and/or injury or death to you and/or any bystanders in the vicinity when the rearm
is loaded and/or red. In all cases, you assume all liability for damages from any
modications made to your rearm.
If you have any doubt about your skills, ability, or understanding of the rearm
and/or the Armorer’s Master Vise, you must seek the assistance of an experienced
armorer or gunsmith.
The Master Gun Vise is a medium duty vise made from durable materials but
is not indestructible. If damage occurs to the vise, do not attempt to continue
using it. Using a damaged vise increases the potential for damaging gun
components and personal injury.
All components that you select for your gun should come with information from
the manufacturer. You must carefully read and understand this information before
proceeding with any installation. Torque specs vary from one manufacturer to another.
We recommend conrming all torque specs with the component’s manufacturer.
Before using the Master Gun Vise, you must MAKE SURE THAT THE FIREARM
IS UNLOADED AND SAFE to work on. It is your responsibility to exercise caution
during the use of this vise, especially when applying torque. Make sure to follow the
manufacturer’s recommended torque setting when applying torque.
CAUTION: Maximum distance between stainless steel jaws is 3.5 inches. Opening jaws
wider than 3.5 inches reduces thread engagement and stability. The front jaws can be
completely removed for care and maintenance when desired and therefore, the threaded
drive shaft and guide rods do not have retaining pins and will detach at the end of the
drive shaft. Use caution during this process to avoid the front jaws falling out and hitting
the ground or landing on operator’s foot.
MOUNTING
THE VISE
Before installing, be sure the table or
workbench has a square edge and is a
solid mounting surface that can handle
200ft-lbs of force. Position vise in the
reverse 45° position to prevent tipping
forward and falling during installation.
Next, place the vise in desired location
on square edge of a table or workbench.
Mark the center point of the three
mounting holes. Remove vise from
location and use a 1/4" bit to drill the
three holes. Place the vise back into
position and install the three 1/4"-20 x
2-1/4" carriage bolts, washers and nuts.
Recommended torque of 40in-lbs using
a 7/16" socket.
INSTRUCTIONS
GUN SAFETY IS A PRIORITY. Before working on any rearm, make sure the gun is
unloaded, the chamber is empty, and the gun is pointed in a safe direction.
This vise was designed for a solid bench-top with no obstructive bracing. If
attempting to install on a bench-top with obstructive bracing, 1/4" x 1-1/2 lag
screws can be substituted in place of the carriage bolts provided. In case your
bench-top is thinner than 1-1/2", a wooden spacer on the underside of the bench-
top is recommended. (Lag screws not included)
The Torq-Lok pin intersects and locks the ball and
socket joint for high torque applications.
Speed-Cam allows you to quickly position and
reposition your gun in the vise and tighten it down
again for faster and more efcient workow.
ARTICULATING BALL & SOCKET JOINT
The base of the vise consists of an Articulating Ball & Socket Joint, Speed Cam™Ball
& Socket Locking Lever and Torq-Lok™Pin. The Speed Cam™adjusts the clamping
force of the socket to hold the articulating ball and shaft in place. Once the desired
position is attained, the user can simply pivot the Speed Cam down to hold the ball
joint in place, and up to allow movement. The Speed Cam force can also be adjusted
by turning the Speed Cam under the base. For high torque applications during
assembly/disassembly of a rearm, the Torq-Lok Pin should be used with the Speed
Cam engaged for maximum hold. Reference the guide lines on the ball to indicate
which positions will allow the Torq-Lok Pin to intersect the ball and socket and lock it
in place. There are four vertical locking positions and four horizontal locking positions.
There are three holes in the base for the
Torq-Lok pin. The rst hole, indicated
by an unlock symbol, is where you can
store the pin when not in use. The
other two holes are for locking the ball
within the socket and are indicated by a
horizontal or vertical line for the position
intended. If the Torq-Lok pin doesn’t go
in smoothly, do not use a hammer or try
to force pin as damage to the pin or vise
could occur. Reposition ball and socket
and retry inserting Torq-Lok pin. Guide lines for Torq-Lok Pin locking positions.
Position vise in the reverse 45°
position during installation
DO NOT APPLY EXCESSIVE OR UNEVEN FORCE TO VISE JAWS.
The uniquely large jaw shape allows for enhanced capabilities with gun stocks and vise
blocks. However, this enlarged jaw does come with limitations. Damage can result if
uneven clamping force is applied (when clamped objects are off-center), or excessive
clamping force is applied beyond the vise jaw’s limitations. In either scenario you will
begin to notice exing. Excessive exing can lead to permanent damage. Keep these
limitations in mind when working.
DO NOT APPLY MORE THAN 100ft-lbs OF TORQUE AT ANY TIME.
To avoid injury or damage to your rearm check for correct t of all implements carefully
before use. To avoid damaging your rearm, make sure that you are using the proper
devices to securely hold it in place (barrel blocks, upper vise blocks, lower vise blocks etc.).
OFF-CENTER
CENTER
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ACCU-LEVEL™
The Accu-Level Micro-Adjustment Leveling Cam on the side of the vise is used
to easily level your rearm. This operation is for mounting an optic and properly
aligning the reticle. To use this feature, level the gun approximately with the Ball
& Socket and Speed Cam. Clamp it in place. Next, pull the Accu-Level Micro-
adjustment Leveling Cam out from the vise and rotate to the left or right. Rotating
the cam clockwise will result in up to 3 degrees right-side tilt of the vise. Rotating
the cam counter-clockwise will result in up to 3 degrees left-side tilt of the vise.
Return cam to the left or right to engage the retaining pin when not in use.
SCOPE MOUNTING
MADE EASY.
ACCU-LEVEL™QUICKLY AND EASILY
LEVELS THE GUN (WHILE IN THE VISE)
FOR ACCURATE SCOPE MOUNTING.
The ingenious leveling knob
offers 6 degrees of tilting
micro-adjustment of the
vise jaws for leveling guns
and optics.
The versatile and modular Gun-Fit™Sleeves
allow nearly any gun or gun part to be safely
and securely clamped in the vise for unlimited
Gun DIY®tasks.
LUG-LOK™
MOUNTING
The vise jaws have two holes which allow
the clamping of a Real Avid AR15 or AR10
Lug-Lok Upper Vise Block (sold separately).
The Gun-Fit Locking Pins are inserted
from the back side of the jaws, through
the Lug-Lok and into the opposite side
of the vise. Once pins are inserted,
fully tighten vise jaws. See image for
recommended placement of the Lug-Lok.
Securely anchor Lug-Lok™Upper Vise Block with
GUN-FIT™locking pins. (Lug-Lok sold separately)
SMART-FIT®
MOUNTING
The vise jaws have a recessed pocket in the
clamping plates. This is designed to help
secure a Real Avid Smart-Fit™AR15 Vise
Block (sold separately) into the vise and
prevent movement and rotation during high
torque applications. If you do not have a
Smart-Fit AR15 Vise Block, simply remove
the screws from the jaw plates and rotate
180° allowing for a at clamping surface.
Vise jaws integrate seamlessly with the
Smart-Fit®Vise Block. (Smart-Fit sold separately)
CARE & MAINTENANCE
You already take good care of your guns - you should treat your tools the same
way. This is a medium duty vise and should be treated as such. Heavy hammering
or high amounts of force could cause the vise to fail. The high-quality coatings
and platings provide enhanced
corrosion resistance, but that does
not mean that the Master Gun Vise is
rustproof. We recommend applying a
very minimal coating of lightweight
oil onto metal surfaces periodically.
It is also important to inspect
and ensure the ball and socket
are kept clean and free of debris
prior to, and during use. We also
recommend applying a high-
pressure grease to the ball and
socket as well as the drive shaft of
the jaws periodically. When using
the Master Gun Vise be aware of
potential pinch points.
Some of the potential pinch points.
GUN-FIT™SLEEVES
The Gun-Fit Sleeves provide two
different surfaces for ideal working
conditions. The foam side should be
used to hold wood stocks or non-uniform
gun parts. We recommend not to
overexpose the foam to solvents as this
will accelerate degradation. Allowing
guns or parts to sit in the foam jaws for
long periods of time can also deform the
foam. The reverse side of the jaws are
a hard nylon intended to hold shapes
Optimally position lower receiver to
install buffer and buffer detent pin.
One of eight optimal lock-down
positions for high torque applications.
(Lug-Lok sold separately)
Ideal positioning for inverted
maintenance and installations.
Angle the lower receiver for fast and
easy installation of bolt release pin.
Position the barrel and upper receiver
downward into the trash for bore and
barrel cleaning.
Position the lower receiver to install
pivot pin, spring & detent. (Smart-Fit
sold separately)
WORK THE WAY YOU WANT TO WORK.
QUICKLY POSITION AND REPOSITION THE GUN FOR OPTIMAL WORKFLOW.
and surfaces such as Arca-Swiss, picatinny, gun barrels or other small hard-to-
hold gun parts. These covers are great for lightly securing guns and parts but are
not intended for any type of torque related assembly and doing so could cause
marring of product or damage to jaws, or possibly allowing rearm to fall from
vise. The use of alternating jaw surfaces (i.e. one foam and one nylon) is also
not recommended as they were not designed to work in this manner. The foam-
covered guard rail inside the vise can be centered or removed depending on your
specic need. The four Gun-Fit Locking Pins are used to retain the covers on the
jaws, the pins should be inserted into the mount holes at both ends.
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WARRANTY
LIMITED – 3 YEAR WARRANTY: Master Gun Vise is guaranteed free of defects
in materials and workmanship for three years from date of original purchase.
Real Avid will replace or repair any product that proves defective upon our
inspection. Use of the Master Gun Vise for anything other than its intended
purpose is considered misuse and voids this warranty. For warranty service,
contact us at RealAvid.com. This warranty excludes damage resulting from
deliberate or accidental misuse. Warranty does not cover rust, stains or
corrosion, or normal wear and tear. Repair or replacement is the exclusive
remedy under this warranty. Real Avid, its partners, and afliates are not
liable for incidental or consequential damage resulting from use. Some
states do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages; therefore, the above exclusions may not apply to you. This
warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may have other rights,
which vary from state to state.
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