Black and Decker WM825 Plus Dual Height Deluxe Workmate

David 18/11/2019 15:57:16

Essentially, this workmate does what it says on the box and the price is reasonable. However, there are three problems: 1. the plastic belt connecting the two clamp handles for one-handed operation slips off as soon as the handle(s) are moved; 2. the upright clamping function does not lock the front jaws sufficiently in the normal horizontal position - there is over 25mm of play which means that the jaws are easily bounced up and down when operating the clamp handles which is very irritating; 3. the rear jaws, which have three alternative positions, do not lock into position and are easily dislodged (e.g. when moving the workmate around) except when the jaws are clamped together or clamping an item. I will put up with it and probably carry out my own mods but if you don't need these extra functions I advise buying the less complicated version of this product.