Work holding device

[Steve_O]

All, i found this holder on another thread.
Can anyone identify it and where to buy one or one similar?
Thank you.

 

[Steef66]

Amati Model - Keel Klamper - Tools for modeling

This special swivelling clamp holds and supports the model while assembling, painting and finishing. The adjustable jaws slide on the aluminium bar and the s...

www.amatimodel.com

 

[Steve_O]

Thank you but it appears they do not ship to the U.S.

 

[Steef66]

just Google on it. A lot of modelbuilding shops sell this part.

 

[Steef66]

Here is one https://www.agesofsail.com/product/keel-klamper-amati/

 

[Steve_O]

Perfect. Thank you.
Google is our friend.

 

[Steve_O]

How about this one?

https://www.modelexpo-online.com/products/mantua-8155-strip-clamp-and-hull-vise-for-ship-model-building?_pos=1&_sid=6380d633e&_ss=r

 

[Jerome]

When you start using this keel clamp just be very sure that the hull is well secured to your keel.
I have witnessed what happened when the keel was only nailed onto the hull, the clamp hung onto the keel and the hull being much heavier fell away leaving a big mess to repair.
The modeler had laid the model over to work on her hull sides.
I was the repair guy, not the original builder.

 

[Y.T.]

I don’t recommend using fixtures discussed above. Reasons are well explained already. It is much safer and convenient to use self made support described below.

 

[Steve_O]

Thank you fella's, not using a keel clamp now makes good sense.
I have been thinking of using insulating foamboard to make one to fit.

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Perma-R-Products-R-3-85-1-in-x-2-ft-x-2-ft-Expanded-polystyrene-Board-Insulation/5016719825