New Fly tying vise

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I am purchasing a new vise as a gift for someone else. The persons spouse says the budget is 150 or less. I know that this should really be based on personal choice but the person is tying flys on an old Thompson and is relatively new to the hobby.

I am trying to keep my own biases out and since I haven't looked at vises in 11 years there is much that is new to me. This may end up costing me in the long run too!

I have narrowed it down to the following and am looking for input, comments, and suggestions;

Renzetti apprentice - heard nothing but good things about it.

Peak PRV - in price range looks decent

Danvise - Heard decent comments - bang for buck is good but really leery about it being plastic.

Anvil Atlas - looks bullet proof - great warranty. Is it that much better than the Apex?

thanks in advance!
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