# Tool guys, help finding tool **URL:** \ **Category:** Factual Questions\ **Created:** [May 18, 2019, 4:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tool-guys-help-finding-tool/834140 "2019-05-18T04:05:42Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 8\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Lucas\_Jackson](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lucas_jackson/32/303_2.png) [@Lucas\_Jackson](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lucas_Jackson)\ **Post date:** [May 18, 2019, 4:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tool-guys-help-finding-tool/834140/1 "2019-05-18T04:05:42Z")
This video: [![](https://img.youtube.com/vi/_1608pvKyrg/hqdefault.jpg "Vinyl Window Replacement Step-by-Step (Milgard)") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_1608pvKyrg) Around the 6:03 mark. It’s a spring loaded punch. All of the ones I find online are for breaking glass. This one doesn’t seem to be that. I need one and would appreciate any help identifying it. Thanks. ---
**Author:** ![mixdenny](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mixdenny/32/2962_2.png) [@mixdenny](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mixdenny)\ **Post date:** [May 18, 2019, 7:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tool-guys-help-finding-tool/834140/2 "2019-05-18T07:07:56Z")
That’s an old timey automatic center punch. I haven’t seen one in decades. You can get the modern equivalent at Home Depot or a real good one from a machinists tool supply house. They are adjustable to deliver whatever impact you need. Dennis > **[Automatic Center Punch Spring Load Chrome Rivet Screw Auto Marking Hole 130mm...](https://www.ebay.com/p/15028086172)** > > Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Automatic Center Punch Spring Load Chrome Rivet Screw Auto Marking Hole 130mm at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products! ---
**Author:** ![TriPolar](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/tripolar/32/3008_2.png) [@TriPolar](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/TriPolar)\ **Post date:** [May 18, 2019, 10:01am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tool-guys-help-finding-tool/834140/3 "2019-05-18T10:01:09Z")
He’s using a [Spring Tool](https://www.amazon.com/Spring-Tools-32R02-1-Counter-Punch/dp/B0006Q4I60/ref=sr_1_3?gclid=Cj0KCQjw2v7mBRC1ARIsAAiw348hs_CL1-Iu5_1-dC-Y5eXTW-SaRBuk3ZhTSJKDvX4xIm-ICvcxIKUaAubMEALw_wcB&hvadid=241916930865&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9002215&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=8059580394780895930&hvtargid=kwd-158804262&hydadcr=24663_10400924&keywords=spring+tools&qid=1558173526&s=gateway&sr=8-3). They have a line of spring loaded punches and similar tools. I use that center punch a lot. [Spring Tools website](http://springtools.shptron.com/) ---
**Author:** ![bubba001](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/f17d59/32.png) [@bubba001](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/bubba001)\ **Post date:** [May 18, 2019, 12:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tool-guys-help-finding-tool/834140/4 "2019-05-18T12:39:13Z")
I’ve got one. It was made by Starrett, not cheap, but you won’t find a better one. Ok, looked at the video. I’ve never seen one like that, it’s pretty flimsy compared with what I’ve got. I use it for layout on metal, especially sheet metal. ---
**Author:** ![Lucas\_Jackson](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/lucas_jackson/32/303_2.png) [@Lucas\_Jackson](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lucas_Jackson)\ **Post date:** [May 18, 2019, 1:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tool-guys-help-finding-tool/834140/5 "2019-05-18T13:51:31Z")
> [@TriPolar](#): > > He’s using a [Spring Tool](https://www.amazon.com/Spring-Tools-32R02-1-Counter-Punch/dp/B0006Q4I60/ref=sr_1_3?gclid=Cj0KCQjw2v7mBRC1ARIsAAiw348hs_CL1-Iu5_1-dC-Y5eXTW-SaRBuk3ZhTSJKDvX4xIm-ICvcxIKUaAubMEALw_wcB&hvadid=241916930865&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9002215&hvnetw=g&hvpos=1t1&hvqmt=e&hvrand=8059580394780895930&hvtargid=kwd-158804262&hydadcr=24663_10400924&keywords=spring+tools&qid=1558173526&s=gateway&sr=8-3). They have a line of spring loaded punches and similar tools. I use that center punch a lot. > > [Spring Tools website](http://springtools.shptron.com/) Perfect. Thank you. ---
**Author:** ![BobBitchin](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/7ea924/32.png) [@BobBitchin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BobBitchin)\ **Post date:** [May 18, 2019, 4:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tool-guys-help-finding-tool/834140/6 "2019-05-18T16:39:23Z")
> **[Spring Tools 32R00-1 Hammerless Double Ended Prick Punch & Center Punch -...](https://www.amazon.com/Spring-Tools-32R00-1-Hammerless-Double/dp/B000PSFUO8)** > > Spring Tools 32R00-1 Hammerless Double Ended Prick Punch & Center Punch - Hand Tool Center Punches - Amazon.com I found this one, but a bit late. ---
**Author:** ![Lare](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/53a042/32.png) [@Lare](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lare)\ **Post date:** [May 19, 2019, 4:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tool-guys-help-finding-tool/834140/7 "2019-05-19T16:07:28Z")
I’ve traditionally used a hammer and punch for precision or an automatic for convenience, but now I want one of these, too! ---
**Author:** ![GaryM](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/garym/32/241_2.png) [@GaryM](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GaryM)\ **Post date:** [May 20, 2019, 2:35am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tool-guys-help-finding-tool/834140/8 "2019-05-20T02:35:53Z")
I’ve got two sets of the Spring Tools purchased in the past at woodworking shows. They work well withing their limitations. The nail sets work very well.