[aucran]

I found this in my dads garage, no idea how old it is, think its worth trying to save?

I already have a nice 6" on my table, but a spare can't be bad...unless the chances of me ever getting this working smooth and into tolerance againt aren't worth it. I'm not sure what restoring it would involve, other then a lot of sanding.

If its in too crummy a shape to be used on a mill, I'll find some other use for it, drill press or table vise...

Let me know what you think.

[Sinistersam]

Honestly, from my perspective, it looks to be just a bit of surface rust. It still looks very salvageable to me.

[BigMike4u]

You can use electrolysis to remove the rust. Below is a link that explains the method.
It works great and only removes the rust.
You can get the washing soda at any pool and spa supply store.

http://www.wag-society.org/Electrolysis/electros.php

[kling8]

I agree alittle looks like a good vise, white oil removes rust well too.

[knudsen]

My screwless vise was in worst shape than that when I got it. No paint on those, and all surfaces had rust, plus there were dings/high spots I had to file off. It's a great and accurate vise now, 0$ invested.

[leggazoid]

I have heard that vinegar removes rust. have not tried this. Has anyone had success?