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Drift Punches

A drift "punch" is misleadingly named; it is not used as a punch in the traditional sense of the term. A drift punch, or drift pin, is used as an aid in aligning bolt or rivet holes prior to inserting a fastener or in blacksmithing to enlarge a hole.

A drift punch is constructed as a tapered rod, with the hammer acting on the large end of the taper. The tapered end of a drift punch is placed into the hole and then driven into the hole. As it is driven in, the taper forces the two components into alignment or force the material to displace (if the metal is hot or soft), allowing for easy insertion of the fastener. Unlike most punches, force is never (and should never be) applied to the tip, or end of a drift pin.

Peddinghaus Round (Drift) Punch

The Peddinghaus Round Punch is for anyone wishing to drift a perfect hole by "traditional methods". The punch features a strong hickory handle.

Punches are used for making or enlarging holes. Punching holes is an essential part of blacksmithing. The punch displaces metal around the hole, keeping it's strength which would be lost by drilling out the hole.

Another advantage of punching is that holes can be made to accommodate sections other than round, which is the drill's limitation. Round, oval, square and rectangular holes are also a common aspect in blacksmithing

Available in three sizes. Made in Germany.

Item #: 5056020010, 5056020015, 5056020020

Pieh Tool Drift Punches (A-33)

Pieh Legacy Collection!

Our drifts are made from Atlantic A-33 tool steel from 5/8 inch octagon stock. This is a very forgiving material. You can quench in water and keep on going! Designed to make drifting holes quick work.

The handle area is octagonal allowing for a great grip! The overall length is approximately 8 inches with a tapered drift length of approximately 3 inches. You will love using these!

Set is discounted from individual prices.

Drifts come in 3/16, 1/4, 5/16, 3/8, 7/16 and 1/2 inch sizes.

Made in USA!

Order our handy tool roll with this set to hold all your tools-NOW and save 20% on the tool roll.

Item#: DP188, DP250, DP312, DP375, DP437, DP500 and A33DriftSet

Pieh Tool Punch Roll - Denim

Pieh Legacy Collection!

If the denim tool roll is purchased with the full S7 set of 20 tools or the A33 Drift Punch Set, you can recieve a $5 saviings on the roll! Please select this option when ordering.

Colors: Navy, Hunter Green or Maroon, chosen randomly depending on availability.

Item #: ToolHolder