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Taprite Tap Guide - Taprite Kit
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SKU: 357001000
Overview
This tap guide is built to help keep a tap entering squarely when working on ramps, mounts, and other shop tasks that demand accuracy. It is designed for use on flat or round surfaces, and the milled V can be shimmed on tapered barrels to help maintain true tap entry. The kit handles tap sizes from 3/8" to 0-80, except No. 12 and No. 14, and includes a wood block for holding the bushing assortment and commonly used taps. Taps and tap wrench are not included, so it is best suited for users who already have the needed tapping tools on hand.
Why Hunters Choose the Brownells
Helps Keep
Taps square in the hole
Works Both
Flat and round surfaces
Milled V
Can be shimmed for tapered
Handles Tap
Sizes from 3/8 to 0-80,
Wood Block
Stores bushing assortment and commonly
Key Features
- Positive jig helps keep a tap square in the hole.
- Works on both flat and round surfaces.
- Milled V can be shimmed for tapered barrels.
- Handles tap sizes from 3/8" to 0-80, except No. 12 and No. 14.
- Wood block stores the bushing assortment and regularly used taps.
- Blued steel construction; taps and tap wrench not included.
Best Used For
- Gunsmiths needing a positive jig for square tap entry on mounts or ramps
- Users working on flat or round surfaces during tap alignment tasks
- Those fitting tapered barrels who can shim the milled V for true entry
- Shop users who want organized access to common tap bushings and taps
- Anyone needing a compact guide for tap sizes from 3/8 to 0-80
Specifications
| Exclusions | No. 12 and No. 14 |
|---|---|
| Included | Wood block holds bushing assortment |
| Material | Blued steel |
| Not Included | Taps and tap wrench |
| Tap Size Range | 3/8 to 0-80 |
| Tapered Barrel Feature | Milled V can be shimmed |
| Works On Surfaces | Flat or round surfaces |
Pros
- Helps keep taps square in the hole during setup
- Works on both flat and round surfaces
- Milled V can be shimmed for tapered barrels
- Handles tap sizes from 3/8 to 0-80, except No. 12 and No. 14
- Wood block stores bushing assortment and commonly used taps
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Taps and tap wrench are not included, so this is a guide accessory rather than a complete tapping setup.
- It does not cover No. 12 and No. 14 taps, so those sizes require a different solution.
- On tapered barrels, the milled V may need shimming to ensure true tap entry, adding an extra setup step.
- The kit is designed for tap alignment and guidance, not for performing the tapping work itself.
Suggested Comparisons
- Tap and die accessories
- Gunsmithing jigs and fixtures
- Threading tools
- Bench-mounted shop tools
Suggested Accessories
- Tap wrench
- Tap set
- Shim stock
- Drill bits
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Taprite Tap Guide used for?
It is a jig designed to help keep a tap square in the hole during tapping, reducing the need to judge alignment by eye.
Can it be used on both flat and round surfaces?
Yes. The product description says it works equally well on flat or round surfaces.
Will it work on tapered barrels?
Yes, according to the description. The milled V can be shimmed to help ensure true tap entry on tapered barrels.
What tap sizes does it handle?
It handles tap sizes from 3/8" to 0-80, except No. 12 and No. 14 taps.
Does it come with taps or a tap wrench?
No. The description states that taps and the tap wrench are not included.