The Black & Decker Workmate Product Review

For years the Black & Decker Workmate has been the DIY enthusiast's best friend and has served as a great gift for many handymen. First invented in the 1970's by Ron Hickman, the Workmate was rejected by Stanley but, as we all know, went on to sell millions as a Black & Decker tool.

Black & Decker have kept to the original shape and design, yet improving it over the past 30-40 years. One of the latest Workmates is the WM825, which we stock.



Today the Workmate remains an essential part of the DIY enthusiast or professional's workshop with features such as a one-handed clamp system which will allow the clamps to be adjusted either together or independently. The front jaw can also be positioned for vertical clamping giving increased flexibility to clamp odd shaped objects.

 

What makes the Black & Decker Workmate so good?

As well as the comprehensive clamping system the WM825 Workmate has many more features, including:

• Dual working heights allowing it to be used as a workbench, tool stand, vice or sawhorse
• Heavyweight steel construction which supports a load of up to 250kg
• Folding frame, making it completely mobile and easy to store
• Dual clamping cranks, increasing the clamping force and versatility
• Adjustable swivel pegs and jaw retention grooves which provide easy clamping for odd shapes
• Designed to be easy to set up and clean up
• Anti-slip rubber feet
• 3 vice jaw positions for versatility

 
The Workmate isn't just for DIY enthusiasts, anyone who needs a sawhorse or any form of clamping bench would be wise investing in a Black & Decker Workmate, whether you are a professional or a complete amateur. 

Specifications:

• Working Heights:.....800 / 620 mm
• Folded Size (W x H x D):.....830 x 740 x 200 mm
• Vice Jaw Opening:.....0 - 205 mm
• Vice Jaw Length:.....740 mm
• Max Table Width:.....541 mm
• Vice Jaw Positions:.....3
• Maximum Load:.....250 kg
• Vertical Clamping:.....Yes
• Vice Jaw Material:.....Particle Board
• One Handed Operation:.....Yes