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1/16-in Pin Punch

Ratings & Reviews for IRWIN 1/16-in Pin Punch

4.4
152
Review
 4.4 out of 5
152 Reviews


86% Recommend this product

Ratings may include incentivized customer reviews.

What Customers Are Saying

The product is a well-constructed center punch that performs effectively for a variety of tasks, such as starting holes, setting nails, and working with tough materials. Many users praised its quality, hardened tip, and ability to withstand heavy use without dulling or bending. However, a minority of reviewers reported issues with the punch bending or breaking, especially for larger nails or more demanding applications. The tool may not be suitable for the most delicate or heavy-duty jobs, but it appears to be a reliable and durable option for general workshop use.

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152 Customer Reviews

Solid

Would Recommend

Grear

November 17, 2025
From 3_SLASH_32-in Starter punch Verified Purchaser
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Cowabunga!

Would Recommend

Best 1/16th punch this side of Georgia. Is able to drive out roll pins with ease and has the moves like Jagger. Irwin for the win!

October 27, 2025
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It will be a good addition to my toolbox

Kept my bit from slipping off the metal

August 17, 2025
From 3_SLASH_32-in Starter punch Verified Purchaser
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Nice little punch

Would Recommend

Used this item to help “peen” some missing links to for some chains and it worked perfect

August 15, 2025
From 3_SLASH_32-in Starter punch Verified Purchaser
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Works well

Would Recommend

This starter punch is a life saver when it comes to quality of work. It did a great job driving the nails into a finished product without damaging it and made it flush. Well constructed strong material.

August 12, 2025
From 3_SLASH_32-in Starter punch Verified Purchaser
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Great quality

Would Recommend

Worked very well held up to hard use

January 11, 2025
From 3_SLASH_32-in Starter punch Verified Purchaser
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Fantastic starter punch

Would Recommend

Starter punch was able to drive a nail into a door frame with help of a hammer!

December 24, 2024
From 3_SLASH_32-in Starter punch Verified Purchaser
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What a Punch!!!

Would Recommend

It is the right size for all my projects.

December 18, 2024
From 3_SLASH_8-in Center punch Verified Purchaser
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Gets the job done

Would Recommend

Gets the job done but it's hard to be precise with placement.

November 13, 2024
From 3_SLASH_8-in Center punch Verified Purchaser
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Good Punch For Weak Jobs

Would Not Recommend

Definitely not hardened steel. This is not an adequate punch for driving a press-fit pin-- it bends too easily.

September 14, 2024
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Response from Irwin Tools

Hello WalzCommie. I'm sorry to hear you are not happy with the IRHT82539. We would like to get some more information to determine if there is a...

Irwin ToolsSeptember 17, 2024