Just squeeze the handles and the compound leverage allows you to punch clean, accurate holes in sheet metal up to 14 gauge. Seven different size punches and dies (3/32in., 1/8in. 5/32in., 3/16in., 7/32in., 1/4in. and 9/32in.) are made of high-carbon, hardened steel HRC50-52. Heavy-duty tool is made of drop-forged, heat treated steel. Tool handle is 8 1/2in. long with 2in. throat. Make a perfect round hole wherever you want it...no more hit-and-miss drilling. Pieces (qty.): 7
Average Customer Rating:
4.4 out of 5
Rating Summary
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11 of 11 (100%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Northern Industrial Hole Puncher
Overall Rating:
4
/ 5
great little hole punch,October 19, 2009
By pkb7from Williamsburg, Ma
"This is a great little hole punch. We use it in a classroom setting doing tinsmithing and light metal work. This punch works well on lighter gauged sheet metal aiding in the riviting process. It is a bit small which is an advantage for smaller hands but limits is use. I would also love to get a similiar punch in a larger size."
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Review 2 for Northern Industrial Hole Puncher
Overall Rating:
4
/ 5
Good 'nuff,July 22, 2009
By Hojpojfrom Newport News, VA
"I'm using it for putting 1/8" and 3/16" holes in aluminum to run bolts through. It does the job fine for what it's intended, clean holes and little surrounding distortion. I know I'm using on stuff thicker than what is intended, but still managing.
Only improvements I'd make on it is a slightly deeper throat and either longer handles or a ratcheting handle arrangement."
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Home Handyman
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Review 3 for Northern Industrial Hole Puncher
Overall Rating:
4
/ 5
Hole Punch,August 11, 2008
By Dkcflyerfrom Chicago, IL
"This is the 2nd one that I have bought. The 1st is in my store repair shop. It is a little hard to squeeze at first, but makes clean holes in thin metals. Much better and more accurate than trying to drill. I also used it to make my metal piece concave by using a small punch and a large hole receptacle. Worked okay."
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Review 4 for Northern Industrial Hole Puncher
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Great Punch,April 14, 2008
By SignGuyfrom Virginia
"I use this punch daily. I use it mainly to punch holes in .040 aluminum signs for which it works perfectly. Paid for itself the first day."
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Professional
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Review 5 for Northern Industrial Hole Puncher
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
excellent tool!,March 21, 2008
By jewelgirlfrom Illinois
"I love this tool! The punches are perfect every time, and it is easy to use. I'm going to get another as a back up, in case I lose or somehow break the one I have (yes I know it is steel), that is how much I love this tool!"
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Professional
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Review 6 for Northern Industrial Hole Puncher
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Excellent Hole Puncher,January 14, 2008
By supersignzfrom Mahwah, NJ
"I cannot believe I have been in business for almost twelve years and did not have a hole puncher. Normally, I would take my drill, determine what size bit I needed, then just drill the required holes into the substrate. Many times I then had to remove the excess material from around the hole. If I didn't do this, the job would not look professional. I learned about Northern Tool and, specifically, it's Hole Punch. For a minimum investment I received an excellent product with seven (7) dies for various sized holes, as well as a very nice carrying case for the product. I am embarrassed that it took so long for me to wake up! I am more than satisfied with this purchase and would strongly recommend it and Norther Tool to others."
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Review 7 for Northern Industrial Hole Puncher
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Hole Puncher,January 14, 2008
By tintapperfrom Tilllsonburg, ON
"Excellent, excellent product. Although it may not work as well as a Roper Whitney product it still works very well. Makes holes effortlessly just over 1/4" diameter. Great buy"
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Review 8 for Northern Industrial Hole Puncher
Overall Rating:
4
/ 5
Indespensible,October 30, 2007
By tuksterfrom Tennessee
"This tool has paid for itself many times over. I'm in charge of the pinewood derby for our 4 county district and I've been modifying over 100 trophies every year with sheet metal straps. The first year I spent hours building a jig to drill the pieces and more hours drilling and deburring the straps with mediocre results. The next 2 years this punch took care of all the holes in no time. I've also used it for punching holes in leather, tarps, and several different heavy fabrics with excellent results. You really can't afford not to have one of these in your workshop."
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Home Handyman
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Review 9 for Northern Industrial Hole Puncher
Overall Rating:
4
/ 5
Great tool, best price,October 29, 2007
By JSimpsonfrom Seattle, WA
"I had a little difficulty with the instructions the first time, probably due to my lack of experience with punches. It appears to be well constructed; all the parts moved easily and I punched several different types of metal including a multi-layered segment without any slipping or difficulty. Very good price (best I could find) and delivered quickly."
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Home Handyman
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Review 10 for Northern Industrial Hole Puncher
Overall Rating:
4
/ 5
Best deal for the money.,July 10, 2007
By Timbobtrwfrom MA
"This is an excellent punch for the price!! It has seven different sizes and an adjustable depth gauge. The reason i only gave it four stars is because it is rated for up to 14 gauge sheet metal, but i had a lot of trouble punching a piece of 16 gauge galvanized steel with it. I'm sure it is strong enough to handle 14 gauge but you just can't get enough leverage with it's handle."
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Professional
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Review 11 for Northern Industrial Hole Puncher
Overall Rating:
5
/ 5
Northern Industrial Tools Hole Puncher,March 6, 2007
By Normfrom WV
"This is a very handy punch set at a very fair price. For thin sheet metal it can't be beat since a simple hand punch will make a clean hole instead of having to drill, de-burr and possibly the drill bit grabbing the thin metal and making a dangerous situation."
What is your level of technical expertise?:
Professional
