Reply To: Record 52 1/2 Spring Question

You could try rubbing the rails with 80 grit and then a few finer grits if the vise doesn’t slide easily.

Have a look at my Instagram, I’ve posted some photos of vise restorations on there and some tips I think.

https://www.instagram.com/tenjinwoodworking/

There’s a knack to getting the QR lever tensioned, message me if you would like me to tell you how I do it.

Cheers

Darren.