--- product_id: 11638418 title: "BLACK+DECKER Portable Workbench, Workmate Folding Workbench, 550 lb. Capacity with Clamps for Woodworking (WM425-A)" brand: "black+decker" price: "€ 451.46" currency: EUR in_stock: false reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/11638418-black-decker-portable-workbench-workmate-folding-workbench-550-lb-capacity store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # 550 lb load capacity Folds flat for easy storage Adjustable jaws & swivel pegs BLACK+DECKER Portable Workbench, Workmate Folding Workbench, 550 lb. Capacity with Clamps for Woodworking (WM425-A) **Brand:** black+decker **Price:** € 451.46 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🛠️ Work smarter, not harder — your ultimate portable project powerhouse! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** BLACK+DECKER Portable Workbench, Workmate Folding Workbench, 550 lb. Capacity with Clamps for Woodworking (WM425-A) by black+decker - **How much does it cost?** € 451.46 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/11638418-black-decker-portable-workbench-workmate-folding-workbench-550-lb-capacity) ## Best For - black+decker enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted black+decker brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Precision Clamping:** Adjustable jaws and four swivel pegs secure irregular shapes effortlessly. - • **Unmatched Strength:** Supports up to 550 lbs with a heavy-gauge steel frame for ultimate durability. - • **Versatile Workspace:** Large bamboo laminated surface with an extra block converts into a powerful vise. - • **Trusted Classic Design:** Iconic BLACK+DECKER Workmate, blending heritage with modern innovation. - • **Rapid Setup & Portability:** Folds open or closed in seconds—perfect for on-the-go projects and tight spaces. ## Overview The BLACK+DECKER WM425-A Portable Workbench is a rugged, foldable project center designed for professionals and DIYers alike. Featuring a heavy-gauge steel frame and bamboo laminated top, it supports up to 550 lbs and offers versatile clamping options with adjustable jaws and swivel pegs. Its quick fold design ensures easy transport and storage, making it the go-to workbench for woodworking, automotive tasks, and beyond. ## Description The BLACK+DECKER iconic Workmate WM425-A Portable Project Center and Vise is a classic portable workbench and sawhorse for clamping, painting, cutting, and more. With a 550 lb capacity, portable design and innovative One-Handed ClampTM system, the Workmate WM425-A offers carpenters, mechanics, DIY enthusiasts, and woodworkers the versatility they need to get the job done. Built with a heavy gauge steel frame and bamboo laminate worktop, this bench’s rugged design is easy to set up, break down and store away thanks to adjustable dual height legs. The Workmate’s adjustable jaws, vertical clamping and four adjustable swivel pegs make clamping odd-shaped objects easy. It provides you with 1-9/16-inch vertical clamping, 7-1/2-inch parallel clamping, 19-inch parallel peg clamping, and 30-inch diagonal peg clamping. Includes: (1) BLACK+DECKER wm425 workmate 425 portable workbench, (4) swivel pegs. Review: I love it - I did not ever own an "original" workmate so I cannot speak to the quality when compared to the 1980's models. i can say however that this thing is AWESOME and plenty sturdy for my needs. I use it for everything from projects around the house, to a tailgating table at football games, even a portable outdoor kitchen counter when I took a Turkey to Thanksgiving and my Dad's wife did not want me to carve it indoors. It easily folds and slides into my trunk and i am tempted to just store it there since I find so many uses for it. I am a shooter and I take it with me to the outdoor range. When I get there I just unfold it and have an instant shooters bench. I have noticed other guys buying one or trying to fashion one. If the cost of an item is how much you paid for it divided by how much you use it, this thing is one of the best purchases I have ever made. Again, it is PLENTY sturdy and easily holds the 500lb weight advertised. I guess it could suddenly fall apart tomorrow but I don't see that ever happening. I will agree assembly was a PITA but that is a one time thing. I wish I had purchased one years ago. Review: Versatile, well made, 425 is good value. - I wanted a “Workmate”. My dad had one back in the day, and I was stoked to find them still available. Slight issues putting together, but thanks to other reviews for pointers. The connection between the two winding handles is over elaborate and unnecessary, but I can see how it may assist some users. It seems to be well made, and is extremely versatile. The 425-A is much better value than the 825 Deluxe; they are basically the same but the 425 has more interchangeable “boards” on top and is way less than half the price. ## Features - ICONIC WORKMATE PROJECT CENTER - Classic portable folding work table and vise for carpentry, woodworking, DIY projects, automotive work and more - RUGGED STABILITY - Holds up to 550 lbs with heavy-gauge steel frame and laminated bamboo stalk worktop - VERSATILE STRENGTH - Adjustable jaws, vertical clamping, and four adjustable swivel pegs for irregularly-shaped objects - EASY SETUP - Folds open and closed in seconds for easy setup and storage - MORE WAYS TO WORK - Large working surface with extra block easily converts to vise ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00PTX62Q4 | | Base Type | Leg | | Best Sellers Rank | #121,905 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #104 in Workbenches | | Brand Name | BLACK+DECKER | | Color | Multicolor | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars (3,292) | | Finish Types | Painted | | Frame Material | Alloy Steel | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00076174736038 | | Included Components | BLACK+DECKER Portable Workbench | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 28.86"D x 30.3"W x 31.2"H | | Item Weight | 18.64 Kilograms | | Load Capacity | 550 pound | | Manufacturer | Black & Decker | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | 2 year limited warranty. | | Material Type | Bamboo,Steel | | Model Number | WM425-A | | Required Assembly | Yes | | UPC | 076174736038 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** BLACK+DECKER - **Color:** Multicolor - **Item Weight:** 18.64 Kilograms - **Material:** Bamboo,Steel - **Product Dimensions:** 28.86"D x 30.3"W x 31.2"H ## Images ![BLACK+DECKER Portable Workbench, Workmate Folding Workbench, 550 lb. 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Capacity with Clamps for Woodworking (WM425-A) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Dfo-Hf0CL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Configuration, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: How does the orange bar tilt the table?** A: Hello, the whole table does not tilt. The table top comprises 3 panels. Only the front panel tilts upward 90 degrees. This allows it to hold vertically by pressing down. The other 2 panels can be shifted and need to be shifted to allow the front panel to lift. Note that the assembly instructions are terrible. Very small print, poor verbage. No distinctions between the 3 block pairs and where they go. Also, on mine, the belt that allows the 2 handles to turn together had slipped off one handle and getting the 2 handles lined up again was a challenge. So, be prepared to do some heady figuring if you buy this and are assembling alone. Once assembled, it's a good device. Tony **Q: Is it sturdy enough to mount a vise temporarily?** A: I was able to mount a vise on mine with no difficulty. This shows what I did: http://bit.ly/1TDbS3u **Q: How easy would it be to replace the bamboo top with oak plywood or mdf** A: here is a YouTuber that deals with this specific issue. His name is the WorkMate Guy. The thing that you need to know is that you need a 20mm for the dogs. Anything more and they don’t fit properly. The other helpful info from those that have done it is that you can make the boards wider if your clamps need more room for the side but you generally don’t want to make the wood thicker because it will affect the full use of the tool. But as with anything… make sure you don’t make it too heavy for yourself for moving when replacing the boards as it is a portable workbench after all. **Q: can you mount the X bench down draft table 3100-05 to this?** A: The Skil X bench downdraft table is shown at https://www.amazon.com/SKIL-3100-05-X-Bench-Downdraft-Accessory/dp/B0014TILV6/ . I don't think this would work because the vacuum hose connects through the bottom of the downdraft table and mounts into a specific hole in a Skil work table. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I love it *by J***C on November 17, 2020* I did not ever own an "original" workmate so I cannot speak to the quality when compared to the 1980's models. i can say however that this thing is AWESOME and plenty sturdy for my needs. I use it for everything from projects around the house, to a tailgating table at football games, even a portable outdoor kitchen counter when I took a Turkey to Thanksgiving and my Dad's wife did not want me to carve it indoors. It easily folds and slides into my trunk and i am tempted to just store it there since I find so many uses for it. I am a shooter and I take it with me to the outdoor range. When I get there I just unfold it and have an instant shooters bench. I have noticed other guys buying one or trying to fashion one. If the cost of an item is how much you paid for it divided by how much you use it, this thing is one of the best purchases I have ever made. Again, it is PLENTY sturdy and easily holds the 500lb weight advertised. I guess it could suddenly fall apart tomorrow but I don't see that ever happening. I will agree assembly was a PITA but that is a one time thing. I wish I had purchased one years ago. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Versatile, well made, 425 is good value. *by W***O on June 7, 2025* I wanted a “Workmate”. My dad had one back in the day, and I was stoked to find them still available. Slight issues putting together, but thanks to other reviews for pointers. The connection between the two winding handles is over elaborate and unnecessary, but I can see how it may assist some users. It seems to be well made, and is extremely versatile. The 425-A is much better value than the 825 Deluxe; they are basically the same but the 425 has more interchangeable “boards” on top and is way less than half the price. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ PRETTY DA*N COOL!! :-) *by R***B on April 6, 2023* Hey got my Workmate today and I'm really happy I did! I don't do a ((LOT)) of woodwork but when I do finally get on a project, I need TOP-SHELF GEAR to be on hand and ready to go. I don't have TENS OF THOUSANDS to invest in a PREMIUM HOME WORKSHOP, so I get by with something REALLY COOL over here, and REALLY HANDY over there. I needed this bench more than a hog needs slop lol.. Because when I used my router or sander, I never had anything to properly hold the wood steady - till now!! I'm so excited to FINALLY be able to clamp a piece of wood down and just go to work on it - (Be careful not to sand or cut in to the plastic "dogs/posts" holding your work. As long as that doesn't happen you can't beat this for versatility, practicality & usability. The only reason I didn't give it 5-stars was because it's a tad small, and was a little tough to put together. There's 2 pins that have to be hammered into place, and MANNnnnn.... That took some WORK to get those things banged into place and "FLUSH" with the handled. You better hope you don't bend or damage them during hammering because once they get INTO position just a bit, you'll NEVER get them back out. After battling those pins to get them into position, the rest was easy. The instructions are fairly vague and you have to really figure it out on your own. This IS NOT for beginner-level builders because you really do have to figure most of it out as you go - fortunately there's not many pieces for it. Regardless, I DID also stop at the hardware store and pick up 6 washers - I don't understand why they didn't include washers and it likely doesn't matter but (I don't like bolts digging into wood). So ultimately - It would also be cool if it had a height adjustment, better directions, and if it was BIGGER! Basically... Black & Decker needs a FULL-SIZED WORKBENCH with drawers, peg board on the wall and a vice on the side. With THE WORKMATE as an item-companion, WOOWWW!! Now THAT woulda been cool!!! 😉 Other than that, It's actually REALLY well made, solid as a rock, and I'm looking forward to using it and putting it through the paces. 😍 ## Frequently Bought Together - BLACK+DECKER Portable Workbench, Workmate Folding Workbench, 550 lb. Capacity with Clamps for Woodworking (WM425-A) - IRWIN QUICK-GRIP 1964758 One-Handed Mini Bar Clamp 4 Pack, 6" - Black & Decker 79-010-4 Workmate Swivel Grip Peg, 4-Pack --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.at/products/11638418-black-decker-portable-workbench-workmate-folding-workbench-550-lb-capacity](https://www.desertcart.at/products/11638418-black-decker-portable-workbench-workmate-folding-workbench-550-lb-capacity) --- *Product available on Desertcart Austria* *Store origin: AT* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*