Abstract: A lock ring device for locking the soft jaws of a lathe chuck or the like at a desired position for the machining of the work engaging surfaces of the soft jaws, the device being adjustable to position the jaws in the locking position for the exact amount of metal removal desired. The device is designed for use with the standard soft jaws in use today.
Abstract: The soft jaws of a lathe chuck or the like are constructed to be engaged by studs of an adjustable lock ring device for holding the jaws during the machining thereof to fit a workpiece to be held by the jaws.