Bessey WS-1 Clamp
- Clamp
- 8 ounces
- 1 × 8.2 × 4.6 inches
A small, light Bessey clamp suited to detail and hobby work, not a substitute for a full size bar clamp on bigger glue ups.
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How it ranks among the 377 clamps we track
4.2★ across 116 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
116 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 377 clamps we track - how the scorecard works · full clamps data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
At 8 ounces and 1 by 8.25 by 4.62 inches, the Bessey WS-1 is a lightweight clamp built for small scale holding rather than heavy bar clamp work.
At under half a pound, the WS-1 is far lighter than Bessey's larger bar and pipe clamps, fitting more into the category of a small spring or hand clamp for detail tasks. The listing does not specify jaw opening or clamping pressure, so exact capacity is unconfirmed.
- 8 ounce clamp weight
- 1 x 8.25 x 4.62 inch dimensions
- Bessey WS-1 model
- Clamps category listing
Who it's for
Works for woodworkers, crafters or hobbyists needing a light clamp for small pieces or glue ups. Not suited to jobs needing high clamping force or a wide jaw opening, where a larger Bessey bar clamp would fit better.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Light at 8 ounces
- Compact footprint for small work
- No clamping pressure or jaw capacity listed
- Not built for large stock
- Limited spec data available
Performance notes
The 8 ounce weight and compact 1 by 8.25 by 4.62 inch footprint suggest this clamp is built for small scale holding tasks rather than heavy stock. No clamping pressure or jaw capacity figures are listed, so maximum holding force is not confirmed here.
Specifications
| Brand | BESSEY |
|---|---|
| Model | WS-1 |
| Item Weight | 8 ounces |
| Dimensions | 1 × 8.2 × 4.6 inches |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in clamps.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bessey WS-1 ClampThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 116 | 3.3 / 5 |
| IRWIN 1964758 ClampIrwin | 4.7 / 5 | 23,290 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Yost LV-4 ClampYost | 4.6 / 5 | 10,723 | 4.5 / 5 |
| EMART EM-CLAMP-6EMART | 4.7 / 5 | 4,997 | 4.4 / 5 |
| 10 WRDG Clamp10 | 4.4 / 5 | 5,270 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the BESSEY WS-1
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How much does the Bessey WS-1 weigh?
It weighs 8 ounces.
What are the dimensions of the WS-1 clamp?
It measures 1 by 8.25 by 4.62 inches.
Is the WS-1 suited to large stock or detail work?
Its light weight and compact size point to detail and small piece work rather than heavy bar clamping.