Bessey Tools WS-3+2K 90 Degree Angle Clamp for T Joints and Mitered Corners

Model: Bessey Tools WS-3-2K 90 Degree Angle ClampThis corner clamp holds two work pieces at right angles for fastening[1].The ability to attach this clamp to a bench using the included adapters is what really makes this clamp work well for me. At present this version costs about the same as a model without the adapters - seriously consider purchasing this one because the adapters greatly enhance the usability of this tool.While it’s not perfect, I like this clamp a lot. As with most other Bessey clamps I own - I expect it to last decades. If you can live with the compromises of this design[2], I heartily recommend it.The Good:- very high build quality, accurate true jaws.- heavy duty, smooth operating screw mechanism- the jaws hold pieces of identical thickness (of course) and of different thickness- quick and easy to operate- can be fastened to bench using the (2) included adapter screws.The Bad:- both pieces are clamped simultaneously, which means you need a third hand to get everything tight. This isn’t too much of a problem as long as the clamp is fastened to a bench (using the two included adapter screws).Notes:[1] Perhaps it’s more accurate to say it holds them perpendicular to each other because they are at right angles in two dimensions. The pieces may be fastened using pretty much any method you choose including: glue, screws, dowels, staples or nails.[2] Another design of corner clamp uses two screws - one for each workpiece. I find that design is slower to operate, but easier as two hands are sufficient to position each piece separately. You may wish to consider this design difference if you are intending to own just one style of corner clamp.

What a great find!! I have been swearing at everyone that walks by and my poor dog as I try to keep large pieces of sheet good straight while getting the pocket hole screws in. I decided I would hop down (100 miles one way) to my local woodworking shop (the big chain one) and spend over a hundred bucks for four of their corner clamps. They had some serious limitations that these Bessey clamps do not.Love the plastic inserts and the fact that the clamps self-adjust to differences in material thickness, even if one is 1/4" and one is 1". Plus the small clamps to hold the corner clamp down while you use it. Cleverly designed, it holds exceptionally well while still allowing access to the areas you'll be throwing your pocket (or other) holes into.And for less than 75% of what the other guys wanted for a much less flexible setup.

I bought this and the Irwin version at the same time, about the same price. Don’t know why the Irwin one suddenly skyrocketed because it’s garbage and broke almost immediately. This one is still holding up.The only thing I don’t like which seems to be the nature of this type of clamp as a whole is that it doesn’t really bring the boards together. You essentially need a separate clamp to get them tight and then this one to hold them square. For that purpose it does work well though.

Clamp is easy to use and accurate. Very nice for square fit ups, especially if you have multiple corner clamps. Only downfall is that you can’t use these if you are going to screw the pieces together with pocket holes. Most of my joinery is doweled so this works great.

Not sure why this gets such high marks-Pros- it is heavy duty, does make a 90° angleCons- the hold down clamps are a great idea, however my workbench is too thick to use them on, so useless for me. Since I can't clamp the whole thing down, it is very hard to get the pieces lined up tightly since both sides tighten at once. Also, the base is very thick, almost 1 1/4" which makes it hard to put a caul or support block on the other ends to whole the pieces parallel, without making a special scrap for it- a base the depth of 3/4" plywood or even the width of a 2x4 would have been nice.Last- there are NOT free returns with this vendor, so if you order them you will probably just keep them since sending back such heavy items is expensive.

Work great had the head strip out on 1 of 6 but I'm sure I can get a replacement . If you do boxes and cabinets they are a time saver

Not great for 90 angles, I prefer other clamps and 90 jigs.

It doesn't get any easier than this if you need to square up the sides of a box. You may want to consider getting two of these to hold everything in place while the glue dries or you are done pinning or nailing the sides. I especially like the ability to join workpieces with different thicknesses, and the fact that it comes with the table clamps. There's also a larger model for work with thicker materials. Make sure that you buy the correct model for your needs.