📏 Starrett 816A Length Tapered Diameter Gauge Review

I was surprised at how small it is but the quality is excellent. The tip is very narrow, but I think that's why it's called a boost, not a center shot. The only thing I don't like about it is that it's round so it's always in danger of rolling off the table, but in exchange for that design choice they've made a nice diamond knurling around the handle.

I guess my previous review got banned or something for not showing it. So I decided to restate my dissatisfaction in a much more complex form. The item I received was not machined to a 5/64" tapered end. Instead it was completely flat 1/4 inch. Due to the lack of sharpness, the complete inability to pierce with a hole punch, I cannot recommend this item in any way. The return process costs me more time and gas than the product is worth. I will not change this rating unless the correct item is…

Over the past few years I've been surprised by some of the changes Starrett have made that they found acceptable, but their beats are still going. to sniff, and I've recently upgraded them with some new ones. It's easier to just buy a shot than to regrind the center punch like I've often done. I really wish they offered multiple square body or head hits so something is less likely to roll away when hit. But they're still good, and a low-angle shot is often worth the extra few seconds before a…

I need to drill out some nail heads but couldn't find my center or drill through the punches. So I went to Home Depot but couldn't find anything useful. In fact, I went to 2 Home Depot and still came home empty-handed. They have flat tip nail kits like mine. Using this on a nailhead will only drive the nail deeper into the wood, which I don't want at all. The Home Depot website has a limited selection. So I'm looking for Revane instead. I'm glad I did. I was able to find this hit. I had this…