Ok, we have two strong votes for the Brownells starter punches. Would that be the Roll Pin Holder/Starters (#080-685-000 for the set), or the Starter Punch Set (#080-513-060 for the set)? The later are short punch pins that fit in the Replaceable Punch Set Handles. Oh, I see on the next page (pg. 172 of catalog #57) the "Starting Punches," #587-465-125 for the 1/8" version. These are tapered punches for solid pins only (can these be used for starting roll pins as well?). Please advise on specifics.
For a hammer for general punch use (excluding the FSB taper pins), what do y'all recommend? Looks like brass is good for punch use, there are also nylon/brass versions. What weight/diameter works well? I know, somebody will say "I just use the heel of my boot." I'm a tool junkie and love using the right high quality tool for the job, no matter how small.