Starrett 165 pin vises are useful for securely holding small stock, taps, drills, reamers, scribers, wire, small files, and other tools. The jaws on all are hardened and with a few turns of the binding nut, a firm grip may be obtained.

The Starrett 165 Double End Vise features reversible collets with two size capacities at each end. One chuck holds work or tools 0 - 0.031in and 0.093-.125in diameter (0-0.8mm and 2.5-3.2mm). The other chuck holds 0.031 - 0.062in and 0.062 - 0.093in diameter (0.8 - 1.6mm and 1.6 - 2.5mm). "Back support" provided by beveled chuck ends.