Abstract: A clamping system including a fixed end and an adjustable end. Both ends having a support and a lock ring pivotally attached to the support. The lock ring has a bottom, top and two sides which together form a receiving area to receive lumber. The fixed end including a fixed face with a clamping surface extending from the support. The adjustable end has an adjustable face with a clamping surface slidably mounted to the support. The adjustable face being moveable along the support towards the fixed end to allow clamping between the clamping surface of the fixed end and the clamping surface of the adjustable end. The lock ring and support including teeth to engage the lumber.