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Default terminology trivia: Vice-Grips (was US Speed Roller Skating)
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trainfan1 wrote:


"Vise Grip" is a brand name of lock-jaw pliers.

Think "Kleenex" brand facial tissues.

Vice is a whole 'nuther ball 'o wax.

And usually more fun.


Rob
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