Snap dots

[Wykoni]

Have a problem setting snap dots, 24 line specifically.  I tend to bend the shaft, they set but a bit crooked.  Give me advice on this.

[LatigoAmigo]

20 minutes ago, Wykoni said:

Give me advice on this.

I used to have that problem until I purchased a bench style rivet and snap setter. Campbell-Randall has them for $125, plus the cost of the dies.

[stelmackr]

Please see https://www.barrykingtools.com/handtools.htm and look at the Snap Setter
Line 20, Line 24   $30.00
A self centering pin with the body to fit both male and female snap heads.  Makes it a breeze to set snaps.

These are what I  use to set all my snaps.  Low cost. And the barrel lets you apply pressure to the joint before the first hammer hit.  Works like a charm.

 

 

BTW I use a 1/4" stainless steel (4" by 4" square) to slide into tight places, like when making journals

Edited July 30, 2020 by stelmackr
added info

[Wykoni]

Thanks, ordered a snap tool 

[Grumpymann]

If they are too long that may happen as well. try trimming the shaft a bit.