Starrett Starrett Steel Center Punch with Square Shank and Knurled Finger Grip - Hardened and Tempered, 5" Length, 1/4" Diameter Tapered Point, 7/16" Square Thickness – 264G

The Starrett 264G center punch is 5" long and has a 7/16" thick square shank with a 1/4" (6 mm) diameter tapered point. The punch has a tempered steel shank for strength and a hardened steel point for wear resistance. The shank is knurled for grip and has a square shape to prevent it from rolling when placed on a work surface. Center punches make small dimple marks in a workpiece to help guide a drill bit. Manual center punches have a metal shank with a point and are typically tapped with a ball-peen hammer to mark the material. Automatic center punches have an internal spring mechanism that enables them to mark the material without using a hammer, leaving one hand free for steadying the work. The L.S. Starrett Company manufactures precision measuring tools, metrology and testing equipment, and saw blade products. The company, founded in 1880, is headquartered in Athol, MA. About this item Perfect Tool Every Time - Center Punches are essential for any project or home improvement! They allow you to make an indentation in an object so that you can drill a hole without slipping and ruining your project Easy to Use - Simply place the punch over the mark on your workpiece and strike with a hammer. This tool can be used for many different applications including marking drill holes, scribing lines, aligning parts, and more! Long Lasting - Starrett Punch is made of specially selected steel, hardened and tempered, offering exceptional durability and resistance to wear and tear. It will give you satisfying and good-quality results Keep Control - The Starrett Center Punch has a square knurled grip that provides stability and will not roll when laid down. It is very reliable and perfect for any project you take on Best Performance - Featuring accurately centered tips for accuracy, and the points are ground at the proper angle to give maximum service. It is lightweight and a convenient size that you can carry anywhere See more product details