BLACK+DECKER WM536-XJ Workmate Dual Height Workbench
Normally around $129, but Black Friday sale of $79.95. Delivered with Prime
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Some reviews saying poor Chinese made quality I was going to buy but give it a miss and look for something better .
There's a heavy duty version for about $50 more
Model no? On Amazon AU?
edit: model no 825
I have the WM536-XE and it's quite reasonable quality for DIY. I certainly wouldn't give it to a tradie though.
Amazon listing shows WM536-XJ at the top, but -XE in the description.
Black & Decker website shows both, but no details as to what the differences are https://www.blackanddecker.com.au/products/workspace/work-fa…
What's the point of the dual height feature?
It allows it to be used as a low saw bench. Some operations, such as ripping with a hand saw or quick cuts with a circular saw can involve using the knee to hold down the work-piece. Having the bars across the top for the clamps makes it somewhat of a compromise for that use though. I have a very vintage one of these that only has the low option. Most other work is more comfortable at full height.
I can't comment on this product, I see that Bosh offer something similar to this for an extra $50 on Amazon, seems a bit better built. However, I can highly recommend this table which you can find at bunnings: https://www.bunnings.com.au/ryobi-folding-table-with-two-cla…
Bigger working surface, although made out of plastic it has a very solid build. Not on special but worth every dollar.
https://www.stratco.com.au/au/sheds--garages/shed--garage-st…
Cheap lightweight option for hobbyists
Thanks, your cheaper suggestion is good for me
https://www.bunnings.com.au/craftright-folding-workbench_p00…
Same as the one from bunnings which is cheaper. I've been using a pair of these for many years and it does the job.
My old man has had his for 20yrs, and it has seen plenty of use. Earlier this Year he replaced the wooden top sections as they had deteriorated with nicks, cuts, damage and paint spills with hard wood Jarrah, and it's good to serve again. He's kept the same layout (holes wise) to use the original plastic clamps. It has been a great table, clamp and workbench all these years. Fold it down and it hangs on the wall hooks till it's needed again.
Certainly not junk, if anyone is thinking of it for the home handyman.
Perfect for making my ornamental handrail.