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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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The issue with the tool

If you use this staking tool from Brownells, which has a contact part that is too shallow to contact the FRAME, the tube may be crushed... see this (left in photo) beside another tool's contact part (on the right, which I modified for use with the crimping tool here).

A "small" issue...

On my first use, I notice the part of the tool that actually meets the plunger tube is both shallower and wider than the part it helps to install. The result, on my first attempt, is that the part aligned incorrectly as I applied pressure with the press. We would be better served if that part ACTUALLY FIT the plunger tube (they are in my experience very near 100% uniform dimensionally from brand to brand). I think if the tool fit the part it would be near impossible to ruin the part by misaligning it with the tool. Bottom line: I'm out the price of the part, and need to dress down a part from a different tool (hence ruining the other tool as it stands), in order to get the job done RIGHT. My recommendation: USE WITH CAUTION!

needs work

needs work, the hardness of the staking tip is week. I crushed two so far.

Tip Not Hardened

It looks like the tool should work well. It did not work for me because the tip supplied to crimp was not hardened and simply deformed without crimping. The tip was so soft the threads and hex socket head failed when I attempted to remove it from the base after first use. It should be possible to reshape and case harden a standard 10-32 x 5/16 set screw ($0.25) with more threads that may be more durable if the replacement tip doesn't work at $4.00 (wish I had been offered a free replacement when I called to discuss). The photo shows how the tip deformed to hole dimensions instead of crimping.