CMT PGC-50 Clamp Review

4.6 (104) Amazon rating$58.53

Our verdict

A long 50-inch CMT straight edge clamp with a strong rating, at the highest edge-clamp price in this group.

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Best for

Woodworkers who need a long 50-inch straight edge to guide cuts across full sheets.

Skip if

You only cut short stock or want to spend less on a shorter clamp.

  • Weight 1.52 Kilograms
  • Dimensions 50 x 3.14 x 3.14 inches
  • Priced 63% above the category median ($35.95 across 8 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.4/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.6/5

    4.6 average across 104 owner ratings

  • Popularity2.5/5

    104 owner reviews, fewer than most models here

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other hand tools and workshop hand tools we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

The CMT PGC-50 is a long straight edge clamp, with listed dimensions of 50 x 3.14 x 3.14 inches and a weight of 1.52 kilograms. The 50-inch span is built to guide a saw or router across wide panels and sheet goods.

At 58.53 dollars it is the priciest edge clamp in this group, but it backs that up with a 4.6-star rating across 104 reviews. The extra length and the solid score explain the premium.

The listing publishes the size and weight but not the body material or clamping force, so confirm rigidity expectations if you are working long, demanding cuts. For full-sheet work, the reach is the draw.

Pros

  • Long 50-inch straight edge for wide cuts
  • Strong 4.6-star rating
  • Backed by 104 reviews
  • Substantial 1.52-kg build

Cons

  • Highest edge-clamp price here at 58.53 dollars
  • No material or clamping force spec is listed

Specifications

Weight1.52 Kilograms
Dimensions50 x 3.14 x 3.14 inches

Performance notes

The 50-inch length and 1.52-kg weight suit guiding cuts across full sheets, where a shorter clamp would fall short. The 4.6-star average over 104 reviews points to dependable results.

What buyers say

Across 104 reviews the CMT PGC-50 averages 4.6 stars, so owners are largely satisfied with the long reach and build.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the CMT PGC-50?

Its listed dimensions are 50 x 3.14 x 3.14 inches, making it a 50-inch straight edge clamp.

How heavy is it?

The listing gives a weight of 1.52 kilograms.

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