Precision-made tap wrenches help you apply the exact amount of leverage needed to cut straight, true threads for scope bases, finish ream chambers, and drill or deburr holes. Easy-to-grasp, knurled collet tightens securely around the tap, reamer, or drill bit to prevent slipping. Built from forged steel, then hardened for added strength and durability. #174 features a combined one-piece body and handle that produce an extra-long lever for maximum torque when turning. Elliptical jaws hold round- or square-shank tools up to ¼" diameter.
Customer ratings for STARRETT #174 STRAIGHT HANDLE TAP WRENCH
Number of ratings: 2
From brownells.com: 2
Average rating: 5
Indispensable Tool(06/11/2009)
I bought mine out of the #49 catalog and use it just about everyday. This is the perfect size handle for anything smaller than a #6 tap. It's small enough to not over-torgue/break the tap, which if you've ever tried to tap a mid rib bead (3-56) in a tough rib it's very easy to do. I also use mine sort of as pin vise. I have a solid carbide 1/8" straight flute drill, ground a flat spot on the end and clamp it into this handle to use when turing up the trigger holes in a Remington 700.
Worth the money(10/02/2010)
I don't recall when I bought this, but I know why I bought it. I was tired of collet type tap wrenches that did not hold the tap worth a darn! The first time I used this wrench, I knew I had made the right choice. The wrench holds the tap tight, but you can easily release it. I like that because I like to hand run the tap through the hole to feel if the threads are formed correctly. I highly recommend this tool. If you tap metal you will use this tool.
Product no.: 827506580 STARRETT #174 STRAIGHT HANDLE TAP WRENCH Mfr Part: 174049659506587 Precision-made tap wrenches help you apply the exact amount of leverage needed to cut straight, true threads for scope bases, finish ream chambers, and drill or deburr holes. Easy-to-grasp, knurled collet tightens securely around the tap, reamer, or drill bit to prevent slipping. Built from forged steel, then hardened for added strength and durability. #174 features a combined one-piece body and handle that produce an extra-long lever for maximum torque when turning. Elliptical jaws hold round- or square-shank tools up to ¼" diameter.
Precision-made tap wrenches help you apply the exact amount of leverage needed to cut straight, true threads for scope bases, finish ream chambers, and drill or deburr holes. Easy-to-grasp, knurled collet tightens securely around the tap, reamer, or drill bit to prevent slipping. Built from forged steel, then hardened for added strength and durability. #174 features a combined one-piece body and handle that produce an extra-long lever for maximum torque when turning. Elliptical jaws hold round- or square-shank tools up to ¼" diameter.
Customer ratings for STARRETT #174 STRAIGHT HANDLE TAP WRENCH
Number of ratings: 2
From brownells.com: 2
Average rating: 5
Indispensable Tool(06/11/2009)
I bought mine out of the #49 catalog and use it just about everyday. This is the perfect size handle for anything smaller than a #6 tap. It's small enough to not over-torgue/break the tap, which if you've ever tried to tap a mid rib bead (3-56) in a tough rib it's very easy to do. I also use mine sort of as pin vise. I have a solid carbide 1/8" straight flute drill, ground a flat spot on the end and clamp it into this handle to use when turing up the trigger holes in a Remington 700.
Worth the money(10/02/2010)
I don't recall when I bought this, but I know why I bought it. I was tired of collet type tap wrenches that did not hold the tap worth a darn! The first time I used this wrench, I knew I had made the right choice. The wrench holds the tap tight, but you can easily release it. I like that because I like to hand run the tap through the hole to feel if the threads are formed correctly. I highly recommend this tool. If you tap metal you will use this tool.