a deliberately simple ski vise is provided which utilizes essential structural elements requiring only a minimum of machining . the vise is preferably used in conjunction with another identical vise to hold skis securely to a table top or other flat surface while the skis are ` tuned ` or otherwise worked upon . the skis may be clamped in any desired position , and irrespective of the widths of the skis , the skis may be clamped in position and unclamped with unprecedented ease and speed . a novel , quick - release mechanism is provided on the vise which serves to lock movable jaws of the ski vise relative to each other so as to negate longitudinal travel relative to each other except by rotation of a rod which is at least partially threaded to provide a screw - clamping action .