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1911 PLUNGER TUBE STAKING TOOL Reviews & Ratings

1911 PLUNGER TUBE STAKING TOOL

The Brownells 1911 Plunger Tube Staking Tool is essential for any pistol smith. The easy-to-use design lets you secure the plunger tube to the frame without fear of tube crush or expensive frame damage. The Plunger Tube Support slips inside plunger tube and prevents compression damage while tube is being staked to frame. Adjustable to fit all makes of frames and tubes for both installing and re-tightening. The NEWER design includes a 10-32 screw with hardened crimping point assures long tool life. The support and hardened staking screws for the newer and older staking tool are available for individual sale.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Kit Includes:
- Staking Tool
- Anvil
- Plunger Tube Support
- Staking Tool Handle
- Hardened 10-32 Crimping Tip
- Instructions

1911 Plunger Tube Support Only Brownells Part Number: 080707000

10-32 TPI Crimper Tip Only Brownells Part Number: 080806100

8-32 TPI Crimper Tip Only Brownells Part Number: 080806101

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2 Stars

Reviews Summary

The 1911 Plunger Tube Staking Tool is generally praised for its ease of use and effectiveness, although some users report alignment issues and concerns about the tool's material quality. Customer service is highlighted positively, while a few users express dissatisfaction with the tool's hardness and manufacturing quality, making it a mixed experience overall.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Ease of Use

60%

Many reviewers appreciate the straightforward operation of the staking tool, citing clear instructions and effectiveness in staking plunger tubes without complications. This sentiment is shared widely, indicating that for most, the tool delivers a user-friendly experience.

Product Quality

45%

While some users commend the tool's robust design, others express concerns over the hardness of the staking tips, claiming they deform easily. This aspect reflects a divided opinion about the product's overall quality and durability.

Customer Service

35%

Customer service experiences are generally positive, with multiple users highlighting swift responses and helpful interactions regarding any tool issues. This contributes positively to the overall satisfaction and reliability of the brand.

Performance and Effectiveness

50%

The tool's ability to perform as intended is often mentioned, with many users confirming successful plunger tube installations. However, alignment and fitting challenges are noted, indicating a need for attention when using the tool.

Price Concerns

40%

A recurring mention among users is the tool's price in relation to perceived value and performance. Some believe it is worth the investment, while others feel it is overpriced given their experiences with durability and effectiveness.

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Broke this on my second use...

The tool is not steel, and if you use the staking tool from Brownells, which has a contact part that is too shallow to contact the FRAME, the tube will be crushed onto this pot metal filler. On forcibly removing this filler, it broke, the small end was left in the plunger tube...

"Hardened"

What a waste of money. I had made my own, and figured the ones from Brownells had to be better....yeah, no. The plunger tube laughed at this, flattened it out. No way is this hardened...no way. I bought two, I bet a file scrapes this thing flat with one stroke. Make your own.

Very Poorly Designed Tool

Where do I start. First the tool comes in pieces that requires further permanent assembly on the part of the Gunsmith. Second the tool is very difficult to align on the back hole of the plunger housing. Thirdly too many pieces to jostle around. The only part that was useful was the insert that keeps the plunger tube housing from collapsing. I made a plunger tube housing staking tool from an old pair of needle nose vise grips. They were easy to use and easy to index onto what I wanted to stake. The only part I had to use was the insert rod to keep the plunger tube from collapsing. No more jostling a bunch of unneeded parts!

Never received my order

I placed my order on 12/9/2020, it's now 12/26/2020. So I can't tell you what I think of this Tool.