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Cup Tip Punches - Cup Tip Punch Model 3 .072'''' (1.8mm) Diameter/Long Length
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SKU: 080620003
Overview
Built for careful firearm maintenance, this punch is intended for removing and installing round-headed pins while helping preserve their shape and appearance. Its cupped tip is designed to match the contour of those pins, which is especially relevant when working on Smith & Wesson handguns and similar applications. The long-length format offers a practical option for bench work where controlled access matters, while the steel construction and hex handle provide a straightforward tool setup. It is a specialized choice for users who want a more precise approach than a standard flat punch.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Concave Cupped
Tip matches round-headed pins for
Removing Installing
Round-headed pins on handguns
Helps Minimize
Slipping and pin-head deformation during
Long-length .072-inch,
1.8mm punch size for specific
Steel Punch
5/16-inch hex handle for controlled
Key Features
- Concave cup tip fits round-headed pins for removal and installation work.
- Designed to help prevent deformation of pin heads during maintenance.
- Useful for Smith & Wesson handgun pin work.
- Long-length .072" (1.8mm) diameter punch.
- Steel punch with 5/16" (7.9mm) wide hex handle.
Best Used For
- Smith & Wesson handgun owners removing or installing round-headed pins during maintenance
- Gunsmiths needing a cupped tip for controlled pin work on rounded heads
- Bench-side users who want to avoid deforming pin heads during routine service
- Shooters maintaining firearms with round-headed pins and limited tolerance for cosmetic damage
Specifications
| Compatible Firearm Note | Particularly found on Smith & Wesson handguns |
|---|---|
| Compatible Use | Removal and installation of round-headed pins |
| Handle Width | 5/16" (7.9mm) hex handle |
| Length | Long |
| Material | Steel |
| Product Type | Punch |
| Punch Diameter | .072" (1.8mm) |
| Tip Style | Concave cup tip |
Pros
- Concave cupped tip matches round-headed pins for secure placement
- Designed for removing and installing round-headed pins on handguns
- Helps minimize slipping and pin-head deformation during maintenance
- Long-length .072-inch, 1.8mm punch size for specific pin work
- Steel punch with 5/16-inch hex handle for controlled use
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This punch is sized for .072" (1.8mm) round-headed pins, so it is best suited to that specific pin diameter rather than general-purpose use.
- The long-length format may be less convenient in tighter spaces where a shorter punch would be easier to position.
- Its cup-tip design is intended for round-headed pins, so it is not the right choice for flat-headed or non-matching pin styles.
- The product information does not include a full set of dimensions beyond the listed size and handle width, so fit should be confirmed against the exact application before use.
Suggested Comparisons
- Gun maintenance punches
- Pin punches
- Armorer’s tool sets
- Handgun maintenance tools
Suggested Accessories
- Punch set
- Bench block
- Gunsmithing hammer
- Pin punch holder
Frequently Asked Questions
What is this punch designed to do?
It is designed to help remove and install round-headed pins, with a cupped tip that matches the pin head to reduce deformation during maintenance.
Is this punch intended for a specific firearm type?
The description says it is particularly suited to round-headed pins found on Smith & Wesson handguns, but it is still a specialized pin punch rather than a firearm-specific repair kit.
What size is the Model 3 punch?
The product title identifies this model as .072" (1.8 mm) diameter and long length.
What material is the punch made from?
The provided specifications list the punches as steel.
Does the source specify the handle size?
Yes. The specifications list a 5/16" (7.9 mm) wide hex handle.