Description
Anyone who has tried to drive a pin with the wrong tool knows how quickly a simple job goes sideways. The Lyman Deluxe Hammer & Punch Set takes that guesswork off the table by pairing a properly sized run of gunsmith punches with the Brass Tapper hammer, all organized in a hardwood storage block that keeps each piece separated and easy to grab.
The punches are made from 4130 steel and cover the sizes you reach for most on everyday firearm work. You get 1/16", 3/32", 1/8", 5/32", and 3/16" pin punches, a 1/8" center punch, and a 3/16" brass drift that tucks away in the hammer handle so it doesn't wander off. These are the diameters that show up again and again on AR builds, 1911s, Glocks, and general takedown and reassembly.
What Makes the Brass Tapper Hammer Handy
The hammer is the real workhorse of this set. It runs about 8 inches overall with a machine knurled handle for a secure grip, and it accepts three interchangeable faces: brass for delicate tapping, steel when you need more authority, and nylon to protect finishes and softer parts. Swapping heads means one tool covers a lot of ground instead of cluttering your bench with three separate hammers.
Why the Storage Block Earns Its Keep
The custom hardwood case sorts every punch by size, so you spend your time working instead of digging through a drawer. It sits nicely on a bench and doubles as a quick visual check that nothing has gone missing. Made in the USA, this set is a straightforward, well-rounded pick for anyone assembling their first serious gun tool kit or rounding out an existing one.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Lyman
- Manufacturer Part Number: 7031298
- UPC: 011516812988
- Model: Deluxe Set
- Product Type: Hammer & Punch Kit
- Punch Material: 4130 Steel
- Punch Sizes: 1/16", 3/32", 1/8", 5/32", 3/16"
- Center Punch: 1/8"
- Drift Punch: 3/16" Brass
- Hammer Faces: Brass, Steel, Nylon (interchangeable)
- Hammer Length: 8 in overall
- Handle: Machine knurled for grip
- Storage: Hardwood storage block
- Country of Origin: USA
What’s Included
- Brass Tapper hammer with knurled handle
- 3 interchangeable hammer faces (brass, steel, nylon)
- 1/16" pin punch
- 3/32" pin punch
- 1/8" pin punch
- 5/32" pin punch
- 3/16" pin punch
- 1/8" center punch
- 3/16" brass drift punch (stores in handle)
- Custom hardwood storage block
Frequently Asked Questions
What sizes of punches come in the Lyman Deluxe Hammer & Punch Set?
The set includes 1/16", 3/32", 1/8", 5/32", and 3/16" pin punches, plus a 1/8" center punch and a 3/16" brass drift. The drift stores inside the hammer handle so it stays with the kit. These sizes cover the majority of pins you'll run into on common handguns and rifles.
Does the Brass Tapper hammer really have interchangeable heads?
Yes. The hammer accepts three swappable faces: brass for gentle pin tapping, steel for jobs that need more force, and nylon for protecting finishes and softer components. It's a nice way to get three hammers' worth of use out of one tool.
Is this a good set for building or working on an AR-15?
It covers the punch sizes needed for general AR maintenance and assembly, and the brass and nylon faces are well suited to driving pins without marring parts. It's built for delicate and everyday work rather than heavy-duty bench abuse. Many builders keep one on the bench as their go-to pin kit.
How are the punches stored?
Everything lives in a custom hardwood block that separates each punch by size for quick access. It keeps the set organized on your bench and makes it easy to spot if a piece is out of place. The block is meant to sit stationary rather than travel, since the tray is open on top.






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