Viper Bench Rest Barrel Vise

A barrel vise is one of those gunsmithing tools that transforms bench work from frustrating to manageable—and the Viper Bench Rest Barrel Vise is built to handle the job without fuss. If you're a reloader, gunsmith, or serious shooter who likes to maintain and modify your own rifles, you need a solid way to hold a barrel securely while you work on it. This aluminum vise clamps barrels firmly in place so your hands stay free for threading, crowning, cleaning, or measuring, and the design keeps everything stable whether you're making fine adjustments or applying real leverage.

The Viper is milled from 6061 aluminum with a hefty 1" thick base that bolts solidly to your workbench. Four hardened threaded bolts do the clamping, and each one rides on its own support spring—a thoughtful detail that keeps the top plate from shifting around as you insert or remove a barrel. Those springs are fully captured at both ends, so they stay put and won't get lost or rattle loose over time. The clamping surface is a 3" square top plate that works with barrels ranging from 0.77" to 1.3" in outside diameter, covering most common rifle profiles.

Setup is straightforward: the 7" × 3" base mounts to your bench with five-and-three-quarter inches center-to-center hole spacing, so it anchors securely and won't slip when you're working. Once mounted, you've got a stable platform that lets you focus on the job instead of fighting your setup. It's not fancy or oversized—just honest aluminum and steel that does what a gunsmith's vise should do.

Key Features

• 6061 aluminum construction with reinforced 1" thick base for bench stability
• Four hardened threaded bolts with individual support springs to prevent plate shift during use
• Fully captured springs at both ends ensure long-term reliability
• Accommodates barrel ODs from 0.77" to 1.3"
• Straightforward bolt-down mounting to any workbench

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What barrel diameters will this vise hold?

The Viper accommodates barrels with outside diameters from 0.77" to 1.3", which covers the vast majority of standard rifle barrels.

How do I mount this to my workbench?

The 7" × 3" base bolts down with holes spaced 5 3/4" center-to-center. Simply drill or use existing holes in your bench and secure it with appropriate fasteners—the 1" thick base ensures a rock-solid grip once mounted.

What's the purpose of those springs on the bolts?

Each of the four clamping bolts has a support spring that keeps the top plate stable during barrel insertion and removal. The springs are fully captured at both ends so they won't rattle, shift, or get lost.

Is this vise suitable for gunsmithing and reloading work?

Yes. The stable clamping and secure bench mounting make it well-suited for gunsmithing tasks like threading, crowning, or headspacing work, as well as for shooters who do their own barrel maintenance and modifications.