Barrel/action vice

[bigted]

Have the set and have removed and replaced several barrels. I use the oak blocks to hold the barrel however i struggle with holding them with no slip and wonder what others use for the metal/blue protector in the barrel vice?

[Rifle 57]

I use heavy paper like old benchrest targets or card paper for business cards.

[Hannibal]

Make sure the blocks fit evenly and clamp well enough to crush the oak and use powdered sugar liberally. Works fine for me.

[john.k]

Also wipe the metal and wood down with acetone to remove any oil or wax coating.

[bigted]

Powdered sugar ... ill try it. Thanks for the hint

[Wolfer]

I use powdered rosin.

[country gent]

My vise is made from 2" X 2 1/2" Bar stock the jaws are bored aluminum split blocks. I coat these with powdered rosin for added grip. Bolts are 3/4" NF thread. Really clamps up tight. Ive tried the wood blocks and didn't really like them. I have a set of steel blocks that can have a lead sleeved pored in them. The poured lead insert is roughly .180 thick ( depends on barrel) and with a little rosin they are very good.

[Hannibal]

Sorry for the junk in the background. This one's been workin' fine for me. 3/4x10 bolts.

[waksupi]

I use powdered rosin.

This. Get it anywhere they sell sports equipment.