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NYLON/BRASS DRIFT PUNCH Reviews & Ratings

Great combination punch for gunsmith, machinist and toolmaker. Hi-impact steel handle with knurled grip for easy holding and accurate control. Built to withstand maximum impact with a minimum of distortion. Interchangeable and replaceable tips are available in: 5/16" Nylon with steel reinforcing pin to prevent bending or breakage while giving completely mar-free punching action; Brass in various diameters for a harder-than-nylon but softer-than-steel impact where slight discoloration is acceptable. Aluminum in two diamters for harder-than-nylon but softer-than-steel impact where slight discoloration is acceptable. Remington shotgun punch tip which is .165" diameter Nylon tip without steel pin which is non-marring used for removing trigger plate pins from 870, 1100 and 1187. Single replaceable non-marring nylon punch with .165 diameter used for removing trigger plate pins from 870, 1100 and 1187. Supplied as: Basic Set with two 5/16" diameter tips (one Nylon, one Brass) and one Handle. 4-Way Set includes four Handles, one 5/16" Nylon Tip; plus one each, 3/16", ¼" and 5/16" diameter Brass Tips. 6-Way Set adds ¼" and 5/16" diameter, Aluminum Tips and 2 more handles to the 4-Way Set.

SPECS: Handle is 3" (7.6cm) long x 3.8" (9.5mm) diamter. Tips are 1ј" (3.2cm) long.

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2 Stars

Reviews Summary

The NYLON/BRASS DRIFT PUNCH set is appreciated for its versatility and functionality in various tasks, especially in gunsmithing. However, many reviewers pointed out the issue of metal shavings and thread problems, indicating a lack of quality control. While the product performs well, consistent quality inspection could enhance its overall value.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Product Quality

60%

A significant number of reviewers express frustration with the presence of metal shavings and poor thread quality. The quality of the brass and nylon materials is questioned, suggesting that improvements in manufacturing standards would enhance user satisfaction. Approximately 60% of reviewers mention issues related to product quality.

Functionality and Versatility

70%

Users frequently highlight the versatility of the punch set, particularly its usefulness in non-marring applications. Many find the interchangeable tips beneficial for various tasks, showing that, despite initial quality concerns, the product is effective when properly used. This theme resonates with about 70% of reviewers.

Ease of Use

50%

Reviewers note that the knurled handles make the punches easy to use. However, some express frustration over the difficulty in threading the tips due to metal shavings. While the design is generally appreciated, the ease of use is hampered by manufacturing flaws. This theme appears in approximately 50% of reviews.

Customer Satisfaction

30%

Customer responses are mixed, with some expressing high satisfaction, while others are quick to initiate returns due to quality issues. This divergence showcases the need for consistent product control to meet customer expectations effectively. Around 30% of reviewers mention dissatisfaction leading to returns.

Value for Money

40%

Several users commend the punch set as a good value, particularly with the variety of tips included. They appreciate that the overall functionality justifies the investment despite the quality concerns. Approximately 40% of reviewers share this sentiment regarding the value for money.

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Handy and Versatile Punch Set

Great punch set. A person can change tips quickly and if one becomes damaged can be replaced easily and at low cost. Tips can also be reformed if someone uses the punch too heavily. Knurled handle is very easy to hold. Super for drifting out or replacing sights.

Good Product!

Worked great for removing/installing rear sight on my glock. Came with both nylon and brass tips, just needed the nylon. Did'nt leave any marks on the sight.

Extremely Happy With This Punch Set

Punchs and drifts for sights, large pins, etc, are often a balancing act; brass bends, breaks and deforms. You can dress the tips a few times but eventually it will have to be replaced (and with the price of copper/brass even making your own from stock isn't cheap any longer). Steel lasts but mars the finish. With this set you get a sturdy, easy to hold handle and non-marring tips in useful sizes. When the tips are passed being dressed, just buy a new one. As a plus, I can shape the brass or aluminum tips to suit specific uses like matching the side of a sight. I wish they made some soft iron or steel tips for times when finish protection isn't an issue. I've noticed someone re-selling the basic set on other sites for three times the cost!

Would buy again

Good quality..Ingenius idea..Great little punch set..Good for almost any job..

Good, could be better fit

One handle would not accept threads on tips. Tried the nylon and brass tips on the same handle. They would thread in part way and then bind. I will need to clean the threads on the inside of the handle to get perfect fit.

Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend

by WAYNE MARMON on January 12, 2026

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Great tool but clean threads B4 shipping

I would easily give this 5 stars except for having the same problem as others with metal shavings left inside the threads. Only 1 of 4 handles was clean enough to screw inserts all the way in without cleaning it out. A q-tip with some CLP got most of the gunk and metal flakes out, but I still had to screw part way in then back out and remove metal from insert on a couple. That said, these tools are even handier than I hoped for. I only had one small diameter brass punch before and didnt even realize how useful multiple diameter, large brass punches would be. The nylon tip is especially nice for those situations where youd much rather sacrifice the tool than mar the part you are trying to move. Extra nylon tip out of the gate a good idea.

A good set to own but...

Really tired of Brownells shipping tools in substandard packaging but at least THIS TIME nothing was lost. Other than that, there were no instructions for assembly but you can figure out that the steel pin goes into the nylon punch-insert to strengthen it. Lastly, the threads were not cut clearly on all the punch-bodies so I had to use pliers to force the tips (inserts) into the punch-bodies. Since I had six of each, they will stay in those bodies, but if you had to change inserts using the bad threads, I doubt the punches would be useful for long. And "no", I did not cross-thread them. The inserts would only screw in so far by hand before I had to use pliers to seat them properly. Only 2 punch-bodies allowed inserts to be screwed in by hand.

Seems like it will be OK

Ok I think, haven't used it yet because it was delivered 2 days later than promised so I'll use it next weekend.

Just falls short of 5 stars

I bought this to work on sights and other occasional issues that require a non-marring punch and this should work for that application. The thing I have a problem and why I couldn't give 5 stars has been mentioned before. The metal filings need to be removed from the threads. A quality tool shouldn't have metal filings and the threads should be clean. Just a simple thing required for a quality tool.

Nice but could have been better.

I like the versatility and replaceable tips. Unfortunately the manufacturer for Brownells could have at least Blown of the punches after the knurling process. Metal chips were everywhere including the internal threads. had to blow them out and chase the threads on a couple. with exception of this i do like the punches.