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Budget focused buyers should note this is the priciest punch in this batch by a wide margin.
Weight 1.6 ounces
Dimensions 5 x 0.63 x 0.63 inches
Priced 298% above the category median ($16.02 across 33 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.4/5overall
Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 186 owner ratings
Popularity0.8/5
186 owner reviews, fewer than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other hand tools and workshop hand tools we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Starrett 819 punch is priced at $63.72, far above the other punches in this batch which range from $6.59 to $27.19, and carries a 4.5 star average from 186 reviews.
The listing specifies an item weight of 1.6 ounces and dimensions of 5 by 0.63 by 0.63 inches. No material spec is listed.
The premium price here is not explained by any published spec advantage over the cheaper punches in this batch, so buyers are largely paying for the Starrett name and its 4.5 star track record from a smaller review pool than the General or Klein options.
Pros
4.5 star average from 186 reviews
Compact listed dimensions of 5 by 0.63 by 0.63 inches
Comes from Starrett, a name associated with precision tools
Cons
Priced well above every other punch in this batch, at $63.72
Review count, 186, is lower than the General and Klein punches in this same batch
No material spec is listed
No bought in the past month figure is shown
Specifications
Weight
1.6 ounces
Dimensions
5 x 0.63 x 0.63 inches
Performance notes
At $63.72, the Starrett 819 costs several times more than the General or Klein punches in this batch. Its 4.5 star average from 186 reviews is solid but rests on a smaller sample than those cheaper alternatives.
What buyers say
A 4.5 star average across 186 reviews indicates buyers who purchase this pricier Starrett punch are generally satisfied.
Why does the Starrett 819 cost so much more than other punches?
The listing data does not explain the price difference; it may reflect the Starrett brand and precision positioning, but no spec confirms tighter tolerances than competitors.
What are the dimensions of this punch?
The listing shows 5 by 0.63 by 0.63 inches.
Is there a cheaper alternative in this lineup?
Yes, the General 806, 78, and 87 punches and the Klein 66313 in this batch are all priced well under $30; email [email protected] for a comparison.
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