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Black and Decker Workmate 225 Portable Project Center

The clamping vise top grips workpieces for sawing, drilling, and assembly

✎ PickHonest Research Desk▦ Updated May 10, 2026◷ 3 min read

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Black and Decker Workmate 225 Portable Project Center
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Black and Decker Workmate 225 Portable Project Center

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The clamping vise top grips workpieces for sawing, drilling, and assembly

  • Clamping vise top
  • 550 lb capacity
  • Folds flat
  • Classic design

Pros

  • The clamping vise top grips workpieces for sawing, drilling, and assembly
  • The classic portable workbench design that has been in production since the 1970s
  • Folds flat for storage and transport
  • The correct portable work surface for apartment woodworkers and those without a shop

Cons

  • Less capacity than standard sawhorses for supporting large panels
  • Single unit, not a pair -- designed as a standalone work center, not a panel support
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