1 3/4" to 2" oval punch

[esantoro]

It's time for me to start thinking about getting an oval punch to make a makers stamp that can be stamped on a punched oval and stitched to the interior of my bags.

Does anyone know where I can find an oval punch about 1 3/4" to 2" wide? All I've been able to find is the round punches, pic attached.

Thanks,

ed

[bruce johnson]

Ed,

None commercially available I know of. Try having a die made and have them put a handle on it. Texas Custom Dies could probably do it.

[Studio-N]

I might just have what you need. I found some LARGE oval saddle punches at the shop. These were old MIDAS punches.

I'm sending you a PM with contact info.

[esantoro]

I might just have what you need. I found some LARGE oval saddle punches at the shop. These were old MIDAS punches.

I'm sending you a PM with contact info.

Thanks Bruce.

Great News, Nick. I'll call the shop tomorrow. Thanks.ed

[Bob]

Bruce, why wouldn't you consider making one? All you would need to do is use a piece of pipe the size you want. Have it machined down sharp on one side, then bend it closed somewhat in the vise. Then weld a handle on it. That would be cheaper for sure.

Bob

[bruce johnson]

Bob,

I have done that with round punch tubes to make ovals. Heat them and flatten them. I think Ed's shop is his apartment in NYC so he might be limited on do-it-yourself equipment. Another thought I have based on your suggestion. What do you think about heating a round arch punch and flattening it to make an oval? Have to retemper the edge probably, but might work and be cost effective. I would also be curious to see a quote from a die maker too. I think I paid about $30 each for my coaster dies that are 4". If I wanted handles it was something like $45 more. Locally machinists are in short supply. About $100 for anything to walk in the door, and a month turnaround for little orders.

[Bob]

the arch punch idea may just work fine, depending on the size of the material on the arch. That part won't change shape. If you start with a two inch circle. It will remain flat where the welds are. It really should be bent before welding it.

bob

[esantoro]

Bob,

I have done that with round punch tubes to make ovals. Heat them and flatten them. I think Ed's shop is his apartment in NYC so he might be limited on do-it-yourself equipment. Another thought I have based on your suggestion. What do you think about heating a round arch punch and flattening it to make an oval? Have to retemper the edge probably, but might work and be cost effective. I would also be curious to see a quote from a die maker too. I think I paid about $30 each for my coaster dies that are 4". If I wanted handles it was something like $45 more. Locally machinists are in short supply. About $100 for anything to walk in the door, and a month turnaround for little orders.

Studio-N in Wichita helped me out with a 2 3/4" wide oval punch I'm really excited about. I wasn't expecting to go that large for a 2" oval stamp and margin for stitching, but I just couldn't pass up the opportunity, seeing how long I had been looking for this punch.

Out of curiosity, I called Texas Custom Dies to ask what it would cost to get a punch of the specific dimensions I'll need: $30 for the die and $20 for them to weld on a handle. I had called around several months ago and the best price I had found was around $250.

Thanks for all the help.

Ed

[bruce johnson]

ED,

I guess I know who I am going to call next time I need a special punch. Thirty for a die, and twenty more for a handle. That is a bargain. Thanks for the homework.

[Bob]

You sure can't bit that with a stick... wow. Who can afford to make their own at that rate?

Great referral, thanks

Bob

[esantoro]

Another nice thing is that Texas Custom Dies will make the punch to your EXACT specification. I guess you would have to send a vector file.

ed