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Aug 10, 2026 - 05:06 PM
The throat depth affects how far a clamp or vise can reach onto a workpiece, which gives you more versatility in woodworking, metalworking, and assembly. Deeper throats (like the 5-7/8" on the Wilton 410 C-Clamp) makes clamping farther from edges easier, while shallower depths (such as 1-13/16" on the Wilton I Bar Clamp or Wilton 1206 Vise) are perfect for working on the edge of a job and used for lighter clamping tasks. Having a variety of clamps and sometimes vises ensures you have the right tool for different job needs and your will run smoother too.
