Good quality chisels and punches

[Mayhem]

I could probably find the correct materials here to make my own but this is one of those instances where cost, time and effort isn't warranted. I only get limited shop time, so I need to make it count.

To buy from Starrett here you have to have an account with them. If not, you have to purchase from a retail outlet who has one. The limited items stocked by those stores I found with an account and the cost of what they do sell is ridiculous. I did manage to get a hard copy Starrett catalogue from the local distributor though.

This is one of the reasons that I purchase a lot of tooling OS. Generally, I get it cheaper than buying it here, even with the shipping added. Further, I found this great service in central MA. I can have things posted there and they get checked for quality, repacked into a single box and posted to me. It is brilliant

[rleete]

I have a set of Vlchek punches that were my father's. They've seen a lot of use, and yet are still serviceable to this day. Very hard steel. A file will sharpen them, but just barely.

[EdK]

I just found some punches and chisels at the local farm supply store, Runnings. Menards also carries some of the same brand. Made in the USA. I picked up 3 roll pin punches.

http://www.wildetool.com/

I had never heard of this company before so I'm glad I found them

Ed

   

[Highpower]

Well now you're going to have to get some roll pin starting punches too Ed. 

[EdK]

(02-28-2015, 02:50 PM)Highpower Wrote: Well now you're going to have to get some roll pin starting punches too Ed. 

Already got those Willie.

http://www.metalworkingfun.com/showthrea...7#pid40857

Ed

[Highpower]

I meant these Ed. The tips have a short bore in them to hold a roll or spring pin in-line with the punch so it doesn't slip off, and you don't have to hold the pin with your fingers or a pair of needle nose pliers. Gives you that extra "third hand" we are always wishing we had. 

You can tap the pin in until you get close to the punch tip, then switch to your regular roll pin punch to drive it home.
Mainly a gunsmithing tool I suppose, but handy none the less.

[EdK]

(02-28-2015, 06:57 PM)Highpower Wrote: I meant these Ed. The tips have a short bore in them to hold a roll or spring pin in-line with the punch so it doesn't slip off, and you don't have to hold the pin with your fingers or a pair of needle nose pliers. Gives you that extra "third hand" we are always wishing we had. 

You can tap the pin in until you get close to the punch tip, then switch to your regular roll pin punch to drive it home.
Mainly a gunsmithing tool I suppose, but handy none the less.

Damned you Willie! More tools to get.

Ed

[Highpower]

(02-28-2015, 07:07 PM)EdK Wrote: Damned you Willie! More tools to get.  

Ed

"Hi my name is Ed and I'm a toolaholic."

What can I say? Misery loves company... 

[Dr Stan]

Yesterday I noticed that Tractor Supply carries some of the chisels & punches made by Mayhew. If you do not live near one they also have a Web presence.

[Ozwelder]

Rennsteig punches made in Germany are available if you look around. Have a look at Total Tools ( if theres on in Perth) I think they have them. Other wise they are on the internet local and on E bay.