Tipton 4004923 Best Gun Vise 360° - Ultimate Firearm Maintenance Tool

The Tipton Best Gun Vise 360° is a full-rotation firearm maintenance vise designed for shooters, gunsmiths, and precision work at the bench. Unlike fixed vises, this tool rotates through a full 360 degrees, letting you position any rifle, shotgun, or handgun exactly where you need it—whether you're mounting glass, deep cleaning, doing stock work, or performing detail maintenance. The ball-head design means you're not locked into one angle; you can tilt, rotate, and lock your firearm in place without fumbling or repositioning.

What sets the Tipton 360° apart from basic gun vises is its dual-pad jaw system. Softer urethane pads cradle wood stocks and finished surfaces without marring, while harder urethane pads grip cylindrical shapes like barrels and tubes securely. You get the adaptability to work on everything from a delicate shotgun stock to a heavy precision barrel without swapping tools. The tension handle adjusts easily, and the friction knob locks your setting instantly once you've dialed in the perfect working angle—no creep, no drift.

Installation is straightforward. Bolt the base permanently to your bench for a rock-solid, always-ready setup, or use removable C-clamps (sold separately) to clamp the vise to whatever work surface you have available. That flexibility makes it ideal whether you're setting up a dedicated gunsmith bench or maintaining a portable field kit. Built to Tipton's standard for durability, this is the kind of tool that pays for itself the first time you try to detail-strip a rifle one-handed with a vise doing the holding.

Key Features

• 360° ball-head rotation for unrestricted firearm positioning and access
• Dual non-marring jaw pads: soft urethane for stocks, harder durometer for barrels and cylindrical parts
• Tensioning handle for smooth, controlled jaw adjustment
• Friction knob locks any angle securely for hands-free holding
• Two mounting options: bolt-down for permanent benchtop installation or removable C-clamps for portable use
• Accommodates rifles, shotguns, handguns, and specialty firearms

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms can I use with the Tipton Best Gun Vise 360°?

The 360° ball-head design and adjustable jaw pads make this vise suitable for rifles, shotguns, handguns, and other firearms. The softer pad protects wood and finished surfaces, while the harder pad securely grips barrels and cylindrical components, so you can work on most long guns and pistols without concern.

Can I mount this vise permanently to my bench, or do I need to move it?

You have both options. The vise includes a mounting base that bolts permanently to your benchtop for a stable, always-ready setup. Alternatively, you can use removable C-clamps (not included) to secure it to any work surface, making it portable if you need to move it or use it at different locations.

Will this vise scratch or damage my firearm's finish?

The Tipton 360° uses soft non-marring urethane pads to protect stocks and finished surfaces. For barrels and other metal cylindrical components, harder durometer urethane pads provide secure grip without marring. The dual-pad system is designed to preserve your firearm's appearance and value during maintenance.

How do I lock the vise at the angle I want?

The vise features an ergonomic friction knob that locks any rotational position instantly once you've positioned your firearm. The tensioning handle adjusts jaw pressure smoothly, and the friction mechanism ensures rock-solid fixation at your desired working angle without creep.