The Narex Holdfast is a traditional woodworking tool designed to secure workpieces quickly and securely to a workbench. Simply place the holdfast through a suitable bench hole, position its foot against the workpiece and tap the top with a mallet to apply clamping pressure. With no handles, screws or complicated mechanisms, it offers a fast and straightforward method of workholding that has remained popular with woodworkers for generations.
This holdfast has a 19mm diameter and 290mm length, making it compatible with workbenches with 19mm (3/4”) bench dog or holdfast holes. Designed to be durable enough for a demanding workshop conditions and repeated use, it is hot forged from high-quality carbon steel. The compact design makes it easy to position and release as work progresses.
Narex produces a wide range of traditional and modern woodworking tools, combining established designs with dependable materials and practical workshop performance. Its tools are used by professional craftspeople and woodworking enthusiasts looking for reliable equipment built for regular use.