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CUP TIP PUNCHES Reviews & Ratings

CUP TIP PUNCHES

The Brownells Cup Tip Punches are precision-engineered tools designed to facilitate the removal and installation of round-headed pins, particularly those found on Smith & Wesson handguns. Each punch features a concave, "cupped" tip that precisely fits the rounded heads of pins, preventing deformation and maintaining the firearm's aesthetics during maintenance.

Description and Features:

Specialized Design: The concave tips are specifically crafted to match the contours of round-headed pins, ensuring a secure fit and minimizing the risk of slipping or damaging the pin heads.
High-Quality Construction: Made from hardened steel, these punches offer exceptional durability and longevity, standing up to repeated use in gunsmithing tasks.
Variety of Sizes: The punches are available in multiple diameters to accommodate a range of pin sizes commonly encountered in firearms.

Available Sets:

Brownells offers these cup tip punches in several sets to suit different needs:

Set A: Includes punches #1 (0.057" long), #2 (0.066" long), and #3 (0.072" long).
Set B: Comprises punches #4 (0.040" short), #5 (0.050" short), and #6 (0.050" long).
Set C: Contains punches #1 through #6, providing a comprehensive range for various applications.
Set D: Offers the complete selection of punches #1 through #8, along with a Delrin Bench Block (also available separately as Brownells #080-000-644), enhancing the convenience and versatility of the set.

Specifications:

Punch Diameters:
- #1: 0.057" (Long)
- #2: 0.066" (Long)
- #3: 0.072" (Long)
- #4: 0.040" (Short)
- #5: 0.050" (Short)
- #6: 0.050" (Long)
- #7: 0.118" (Long)
- #8: 0.118" (Short)

Customer Insights:

Our customers report that the Brownells Cup Tip Punches are indispensable for maintaining the integrity of round-headed pins during firearm disassembly and assembly. The specialized cupped design ensures that pins remain unmarred, preserving the firearm's appearance and functionality.

Incorporating the Brownells Cup Tip Punches into your gunsmithing toolkit ensures you have the precise tools needed for delicate pin work, enhancing both the efficiency and quality of your firearm maintenance projects.

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Reviews Summary

The CUP TIP PUNCHES receive mixed feedback from users. Many appreciate the ability to work with rounded pins and highlight effectiveness with specific firearms, while others express disappointment over durability issues and soft steel that can lead to damage. Overall, the product excels for some but raises concerns for others about quality and reliability.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Effectiveness for Rounded Pins

55%

Many reviewers praise the punches for their effectiveness in handling rounded end pins, particularly in various firearm repairs. Users emphasize that these punches prevent pin damage and make the process of pin removal and installation significantly easier.

Durability Concerns

36%

A substantial portion of reviewers experience issues with the durability of the punches, noting they can bend or fracture during use. These durability concerns have led some to stress the need for caution when using them, especially with tougher materials or tasks.

Quality of Material

27%

Reviewers frequently comment on the softness of the steel used in the punches, leading to issues where they fail to perform adequately against harder materials. This has resulted in damaged firearm components and a general mistrust in the material quality.

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As always

As always, Brownell’s has exactly what I need

by TIMOTHY I. on April 21, 2026

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cup tip punch

it is almost impossible to fine a good quality pin punch this small .054. works great

by LINDA M. on April 24, 2024

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Cup Tip Punch

Did the job without a problem.

by Michael F. on January 17, 2024

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Cup Tip Punches are very hard to find

you need these punches on guns that have round end pins so you don't scratch the pins banging in or out

by WILLIAMREAR R. on November 04, 2023

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I need one of these

Seems to be well-built. I bought it to change out the rear sight on my Python, it worked like a boss. I'll buy another one if I ever tear this one up.

by CAYCE H. on September 15, 2023

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Great Product

Smaller punches are hard to find, this was perfect for replacing a front sight on a Taurus 856 with an upgraded one. Thanks for having the item and quick shipping!

by William W. on August 03, 2023

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Need these for Top Break Revolvers

If you are working on guns with rounded pins, you need these. I have been working on S&W, U.S. Revolver, and H&R revolvers that use the rounded pins to hold them together. I tried regular punches that were flattening the ends of the pins, making it hard to reinsert the pins. These are expensive, but now I don't mess up the ends of the pins. Smashed pins look as bad as a stripped screw on an old gun.

My go to punch

Use on all pins.

Model 3 .072" Cup Punch

This cup punch worked perfect for removing the trigger pin on a SIG P938 pistol. Make sure the right side of the gun faces up when driving it out and installed with the left side up.

Great for Professional

Right tool for keeping those round pins looking new when removing them, especially when rusted or just tight. Have not found any cons ,yet.