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ROLL PIN HOLDERS Reviews & Ratings

ROLL PIN HOLDERS

The Brownells Roll Pin Holders are precision-engineered tools designed to securely hold roll pins in perfect alignment during firearm assembly or maintenance, ensuring accurate and damage-free installation. These holders are particularly beneficial for handling small, hard-to-grasp pins or those situated in tight spaces.

Available Sizes and Specifications:

The Roll Pin Holders are available individually or as a complete 5-piece set, accommodating various pin sizes commonly encountered in firearms:

#1 - 1/16" (1.6mm): Notched to clear M16/AR-15 rear sights, facilitating easier installation in these specific models.
#2 - 5/64" (2.0mm): Ideal for slightly larger pins, providing a secure hold during installation.
#3 - 3/32" (2.4mm): Suitable for medium-sized pins, ensuring precise alignment.
#4 - 1/8" (3.2mm): Designed for larger pins, maintaining stability during insertion.
#5 - 3.5mm (0.138"): Excellent for holding the pin that retains the breech block on Sig handguns.

Each holder is made from high-quality steel, ensuring durability and longevity. After the pin is properly started using the holder, it is recommended to finish driving it in with a roll pin punch for optimal results.

Product Variations:

Brownells offers these Roll Pin Holders in both standard and premium versions:

Standard Roll Pin Holders: Constructed from durable steel, these holders provide reliable performance for general gunsmithing tasks.
Premium Roll Pin Holders: Made from 5/16" hex high carbon 5160 steel that is Bainite heat treated for enhanced strength. Each holder features a single groove in the grip section and is laser marked for quick identification.

Incorporating Brownells Roll Pin Holders into your gunsmithing toolkit enhances efficiency and precision, ensuring that roll pins are installed correctly without compromising the integrity of the firearm components.

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Reviews Summary

Overall, the Brownells Roll Pin Holders are a game changer for DIY gunsmiths, with many users praising their effectiveness and ease of use. They significantly reduce the frustration of installing roll pins, although some experience issues with durability, leading to occasional breakage. Excellent customer service adds to the positive experience, making it a worthwhile investment for AR builders.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Effectiveness

85%

The roll pin holders are widely recognized for their effectiveness in simplifying the installation of roll pins, eliminating common struggles associated with alignment and starting pins. Many users appreciate the usefulness of having a 'third hand' during this process, which makes work much more efficient.

Durability

40%

While most reviews commend the functionality of the roll pin holders, there are recurring mentions of issues with durability, with several users experiencing breakage after limited use. This inconsistency raises concerns among users about the longevity of the tool, leading to mixed opinions.

Ease of Use

78%

Numerous reviewers highlight how easy the roll pin holders are to use, transforming a historically tedious task into a straightforward process. Users note the simplicity in starting roll pins with this tool, which drastically decreases the chances of damaging components during assembly.

Customer Service

30%

Many customers express satisfaction with Brownells’ customer service, particularly in handling defective products or replacements. Users noted their prompt and helpful responses, contributing to a positive overall purchasing experience.

Value for Money

65%

Despite mixed feelings about durability, many reviews conclude that the roll pin holders are a worthwhile investment for those regularly working with roll pins, especially AR builders. Users feel the ease and effectiveness provided justifies the expense, considering the time and frustration saved.

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Roll Pin Holders

I use them all the time, but once in a while they break and need to be replaced.

Roll Pin Holder

This is a terrific tool for installing roll pins in AR lower receivers. It is perfect for the bolt catch roll pin. It will keep you from dinging the surface of your receiver. Unfortunate it is very brittle and has a tendency to break. That's why only 4 stars. I can get several builds before it breaks.

Great set of punches

I have had this set for more than 2 years, and have found it has made tons of jobs so much simpler. Perfect for replacing the small pin on the AR gas tube. I gave four stars because i wish there were a few more sizes. These have definately helped me be more eficient in my Small Arms Shop. Thanks

Don't Build Without

This a great tool for starting the roll pin when building an AR. This size is probably the most versatile. I started with it and then and I bought the whole set. However, I will have to buy another size #3 because it broke at the tip. So, I would suggest buying multiple #3s, if you do a lot of builds. They are not cheap and not super sturdy, but necessary and cuts down on build mistakes.

Cracked easily

The metal used on this is brittle and can break easily. Used just once in installing a roll pin on a Beretta AL391 carrier and it cracked. I was just trying to start the pin, didn't think I overdid it with force. I called Brownells and they have a 100% replacement policy on broken tools. They will be sending out another one. Thank you Brownells

couldn't use it

Wasn't able to use it because roll pins fit very tightly, and wouldn't come out after starting into hole. That is, roll pins stuck in the holder and had to be pulled out with pliers. Eventually placed pin without it, a process that required 3 hands. May be able to lap the pin holder so that it'll turn loose.

Broke during first use.

I am not especially pleased with this roll pin holder. I used it one time on an AR build and the holder broke. A great idea but perhaps the metal in my holder was too soft.

Broke on first use

The S3 holder broke on the very first usage. Sent a message to Brownells and never got a response.

Not good

I used the smallest holder for a roll pin on a ambidex. selector switch. The roll pin went all the way into the shaft of the holder. Never bottomed out. Now, I have lost the roll pin, and the holder is useless too. What kind of engineer made the hole over 1/4" deep for the smallest roll pin?