Snap Setter Question From The Uk

[Windhover]

Hi all,
I'm a newbie the forum and a novice leather worker.

Just found the site and its amazing!

I've been using the very basic punch and anvil tools from Tandy to set their snaps - lines 20 & 24 but would like to use a better tool.

The Tandy/Craftool snap setting tool with its dies is the obvious choice, but its very expensive here in England.

I've been looking at the Rochford Supply Press n Snap tool, (which a friend in the US can post to the UK for me). Can anyone confirm whether the set of dies which comes as standard with the tool will fit Line 20 + 24 snaps or will I have to buy other dies from Rochford? If I do have to buy other dies, can someone please advise me which ones/product number etc?

Many thanks in anticipation

[J Hayes]

Mine came with just the line 24 dies. I believe part 8656 will set the line 20 snaps. You should be able to email them to verify.

It's a very nice press, perfect settings every time. I bout the mount as well.

[Windhover]

Thats really helpful J Hayes - I'll email them.
Many thanks for your assistance - much appreciated

[billybopp]

The Tandy press and dies are currently on sale ... Might be worth a look.

[Windhover]

Thanks billybopp - have seen them at the reduced prices here in England, and they are still getting on for £250 for the press + dies.

I visited a friend in Pennsylvania 3 years ago - beautiful State. Stayed near Reading + toured around. Loved it!