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7 reviews
Tip Top Tapping to Die for...
When setting up the machining side of my workshop I bought 2 x Presto drill sets as the foundation of my accurate drilling tasks. I was impressed by the quality of those especially at the price point, and so when I was looking for a basic set of metric taps and dies to form the basis of my threading activities, the Presto brand ticked all the right boxes again.
The set comes in a very well made well finished fitted metal box, with starter, second & plug taps in each size. The taps & dies appear to be well made & properly hardened and are very sharp. So far I have used them mainly on brass, aluminium and cast iron without any problems or breakages, and have had excellent, clean results and I would be confident using them on steel as & when the need arises.
As might be expected, the included tap wrench is perhaps a little basic, as is the included die holder, but both are decently finished, perfectly functional and usable items, and in the context of a complete starter set, they are absolutely fine. There is even an included screwdriver (for the die holder) & a thread gauge to ensure the beginner has everything he/she needs to get started.
The tap wrench is perhaps a little small for the larger sizes of tap, but again, this is a basic starter set & if you are going to use it more than occasionally, you will be acquiring additional items (like different size tap wrenches) as you go.
I have taken the view that this set is my starting point & I am adding (pairs) of additional sizes/pitches of taps as I need them. There is room in the box for several additional taps if they are in individual small plastic boxes.
This is a great starter set. Decent quality, good value & highly recommended.Read full review...
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: new | Sold by: cti_ltd
spend a little more money to get a far better poduct
the tap wrench is not any use above say 6mm,it is far too small,the taps are not of the quality i was expecting,have not used the dies yet,so will not comment on them.really disappointed with the item.Read full review...
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: new | Sold by: rdg355
Title accurate can only rely on box label to check manufacturer.But seems correct so far, Good Set.
Good product from Presto its a shame there's no presto mark or HSS on the dies and taps so cannot guarantee material or manufacturer. What with all the looky likees on the market from China youve got to be wary. So I took a punt and the box says Presto and also the taps and dies look good above all they are circular SPLIT dies which is for serious work so no problems there. Chinee carbon copies break when forced over the stock (there is a reason why taps come in threes! Taper 2nd and plug.Read full review...
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: new | Sold by: aerospacejim
Good quality set and well presented
Easy to locate the taps and dies required as they are located in a case
If the tapping drills were available as a pack to go with the set it would be advantageous, as the tapping drills are specific sizesRead full review...
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: new | Sold by: rdg355
Dress up time ;-)
Great little tool. Never used this type before but it does the job great
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: new | Sold by: epictools
Good for the price 👍
Good for the price 👍
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: new | Sold by: myford_ltd
Perfect thanks.
Perfect thanks.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: new | Sold by: myford_ltd