The perfect oval punch.

[bsshog40]

What I'm really wanting is one good oval punch that I can use on all pancake sheaths and holsters for the belt holes. Can anyone recommend an all around good size and a quality punch? 

Thanks!

[RWentz]

1 3/4" is a good size as for the punch try master tool, or c.s. osborn brands. I bought my osborn punch through weaver supply.

[bsshog40]

29 minutes ago, RWentz said:

1 3/4" is a good size as for the punch try master tool, or c.s. osborn brands. I bought my osborn punch through weaver supply.

That's the size I like mine at also. The quality ones are a little rich for my wallet right now. Lol I'll have to save up for one. 

[wizard of tragacanth]

Did you find a punch? If not, here is my recommendation.

Most belts are 1 3/4" wide, so add a little and make your punch 1 13/16". Most belts will fit 1/4" slot but give it an extra 1/16", so 5/16" wide is good.

So, final answer is, minimum... 1 13/16" by 5/16". BTW, I use a 4lb. hammer for this punch.

You are in Texas, so I would recommend Texas Custom Dies... good people. 

http://www.usacuttingdie.com

This is the style that I have. If you have a clicker, that's different.

 

Edited 20 hours ago by wizard of tragacanth

[bsshog40]

17 hours ago, wizard of tragacanth said:

Did you find a punch? If not, here is my recommendation.

Most belts are 1 3/4" wide, so add a little and make your punch 1 13/16". Most belts will fit 1/4" slot but give it an extra 1/16", so 5/16" wide is good.

So, final answer is, minimum... 1 13/16" by 5/16". BTW, I use a 4lb. hammer for this punch.

You are in Texas, so I would recommend Texas Custom Dies... good people. 

http://www.usacuttingdie.com

This is the style that I have. If you have a clicker, that's different.

 

Ya, I just bought one of those iron sets off amazon for now. I found one size in there I like. They're pretty sharp. Can't complain about them right now. I'm sure if I get to using it more, I'll have to start sharpening.