Bessey

BESSEY Tools: Over 135 Years of German Clamping Excellence

In 1889, Max BESSEY founded the company BESSEY & Sohn in Stuttgart as a bright steel drawing plant. From its inception, the company continuously expanded the range of products it offered — a spirit of growth that led BESSEY to begin production of hand clamping tools in the mid-1930s. What started as a steel mill has evolved into one of the most respected tool brands on the planet.

By 1936, BESSEY had patented a revolutionary cast-iron screw clamp, marking the start of their journey into the world of clamping and holding tools. Since then, the strength of their innovation has been underlined by the granting of numerous patents. Today, BESSEY is synonymous with precision, durability, and ingenuity in the workshop.

What Makes BESSEY Stand Out

The next time you reach for your F-style or parallel-jaw clamps, regardless of brand, think of Bessey — the Germany-based company invented both styles of these clamps decades ago. With more than 130 years of heritage, German precision engineering, and an unwavering commitment to quality, Bessey clamps deliver the performance that professionals need day in, day out.

In 2004, BESSEY & Sohn was spun off into BESSEY Tool, handling the clamping and cutting technology areas, and BESSEY Präzisionsstahl, a leading German producer of high-quality bright and stainless steels. This unique positioning as both a tool producer and precision steel manufacturer creates a significant market advantage in terms of quality.

A Complete Clamping Ecosystem

With over 1,600 products, BESSEY offers an exceptionally broad and deep range of tools customized to special requirements. Their lineup spans everything from their flagship bar clamps — the backbone of any serious woodworking or metalworking shop — to versatile A-clamps for general-purpose holding tasks, and even purpose-built industrial magnets designed to complement their clamping workflows.

Renowned for their high-quality manufacturing standards, Bessey offers a comprehensive range of tools designed to meet diverse project requirements across various industries, including woodworking, metalworking, and construction. Whether you're assembling cabinetry, fabricating metal, or working on an automotive project, there's a BESSEY solution engineered for the job.

Built for Professionals, Trusted by Enthusiasts

BESSEY tools are produced from top-quality materials using state-of-the-art techniques, allowing the highest degree of comfort, safety, and user-friendliness. Bessey products prioritize comfort, reducing hand fatigue and allowing for extended periods of use without discomfort. From the weekend DIYer to the seasoned fabricator, BESSEY's guiding principle says it all: "BESSEY. Simply better."