Help with ID, Press- threaded rod?

Hello, I bought this from an old tool guy to use as a cider press of sorts.
That was 6 years ago, probably not gonna make one now.
I'd like to sell it, not sure what it is or was originally used for.
Its about 17 inches long, I fashioned two prices of hickory as makeshift handles.

Any idea What it is worth?

Thanks

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no idea what it is..

 

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I don't know what yours is exactly however it resembles some old work bench vises.

http://www.terapeak.com/worth/antique-16-work-bench-leg-vise-worm-screw-with-hardware/162055531351/

 

Welcome!
I believe it is exactly what SIS states and that it's worth......just looking at for such things were indestructible and so no one needs this to fix a vise of its age.
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Some clownfarts do abuse the crank handles so that is likely what has happened to this one.
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I would re-purpose it.

 

I think resembles....is an understatement !!
Good one SIS !!!

 

looks like the top of an old pipe vise to.

 

I agree completely.