So right after I bought my Benchcrafted Leg Vise they came out with their crisscross attachment that I believe improves the action in the jaws. I have also seen posts by Derek Cohen and Jim Ritter regarding a chain mechanism for improving leg vise jaws. I think I read a brief discussion of the advantagws of each in some post but can not find it now. I am wondering if anyone is using Benchcrafted's crisscross that can comment on how well it works? I know Derek liked his chain devise but I can not find whether they ever became available for purchase or not? I think the old Glide Leg vise kit I have can be retrofitted to the crisscross, although I suppose I will have parts left over (the glide wheels).
I will call Benchcrafted about their new devise and my existing vise but would like to hear from fellow Neanders. I am about to start building my bench and want to sort out this last construction detail first.