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Hi Franco,
I have an Irwin Record 52 1/2. The threaded spindle is under the level of the iron plate you use to screw the vise to the bottom of the benchtop (http://www.toolstop.co.uk/components/com_virtuemart/shop_image/product/Irwin-Record-52.12ED-Woodworking-Vice-2.jpg – here you can see that the main screw is under the iron plate). So, no issues with the space between the threaded spindle and the bottom of the benchtop.
I think that (front) vises usually have the threaded spindle (main screw and guides, actually) under the level of the iron plate you use to screw the vise to the benchtop. Here, another model: http://www.leevalley.com/US/shopping/Instructions.aspx?p=44580 (you can also see how the optional spacer could be installed). Maybe someone else can confirm.
Btw, the Irwin Record 52 1/2 is very solid and works very well. And it’s easy to install.