eatbeef88 Report post Posted February 10, 2013 I have went through 2 leather punches in the last month and am looking to find one that is durable and strong enough that the handles wont bend. Any suggestions for a good quality punch that will last? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chief31794 Report post Posted February 10, 2013 Pictures of the punch would help. I have a hard time imagining hitting a punch hard enough to bend the handle. I have punches that I've used for decades and can't tell any signs of wear. Where did you get the punch from and who makes it? Tandy punches or CS Osborne or just about anyone else's should give you many years of good service with just a little maintenance on the cutting end. Chief Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
humperdingle Report post Posted February 10, 2013 Rotary punch? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eatbeef88 Report post Posted February 11, 2013 rotary punch is what i have been using. would it be better to use a single punch set and mallet? if i could find a good solid rotary punch that is just about as convenient Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Northmount Report post Posted February 11, 2013 rotary punch is what i have been using. would it be better to use a single punch set and mallet? if i could find a good solid rotary punch that is just about as convenient The $5 to $10 rotary punches aren't any good. Handles are just thin material stamped out to look like a handle. They collapse under any amount of strain. You need solid steel drop forged type handles, good and heavy. Look at $30 and up. Try this http://www.tandyleatherfactory.com/en-usd/search/searchresults/3230-00.aspx or Osbourne. Tom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Beaverslayer Report post Posted February 11, 2013 I'd suggest not getting another rotary punch and go with a good set of single punches. My reason for this is simple...you are relying on the strength of your hand and wrist to punch the holes, as well as the strength of the handle of the rotary. With single punches, you are relying on the weight of the mallet that strikes it and that is all. If your going to be punching lots of holes (as I do) why not use something that's going to be far easier to use? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Northmount Report post Posted February 11, 2013 As above, and your reach is not limited by the depth of the jaws. Rotary punch is good for a few holes just as convenience. And you can buy several drive punches for the cost of a good rotary. Tom Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
