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Reddit mentions of Squirrel Daddy Gunsmith Roll Pin Holding Starter Punch Tool Set with Hollow End
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Actually made in USA with Stainless Steel from USA meltsStainless Steel body is 2.75" long and holds all roll pins metric or inch from 1/16" to 1/8"Hollow end roll pin punch set helps to prevent damage caused by an accidental slip off while getting the pin startedUse our hollow end punches to align and start the pin then finish driving it home with an impact punch.Specifically designed for jewelers, gunsmith, watchmakers, repairs and crafts
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Buy these. Get the roll pin started with one of these, then squeeze it into place in a vise
High quality punches make all the difference. Must be high quality tool steel. Grace USA - Steel Roll Spring Punch Set - RS7 - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007WADKN0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_1Bf5yb210M8D0 get a cheap set of starter punches also. Quality on these is a non issue really. Squirrel Daddy Roll Pin Starter Punch Set Hollow End Stainless Steel USA https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QO2XGRW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_8Gf5ybCTYBDBY
Originally bought this starter set and this Punch Set.
Then when I decided to use a polymer lower for my AR pistol build, I ordered this combo starter and Punch kit
If u don’t like Wally try this it gives 1 extra wrench
I prefer US made tool so I bought starter punches at Amazon and regular punches at Brownells
Punch it out from the other side. An “oops kit” from ebay will have the extra parts you commonly need or loose. Use some lube for the hole and the pin before you try and put it in should make it easier.... Ideally you will want to use punches made for gun building specifically an “ar 15 rolling pin starter punch” It has a hollow point and will prevent the splitting and make it easier to start. I’ve found using some electrical tape around the areas on my lower I am working around helps prevent me from accidentally nicking it with hammers or punches. Good luck!
Roll pin starter punches are one of the best investments I ever made.
Otherwise... just tap them in with a small brass hammer and a pair of needle nose pliers.
These are the ones I have;
Roll Pin Starter Punch Set Hollow End all Stainless Steel USA https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QO2XGRW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_KYAPAbNFX5CHX
Adding onto what others have said. (Just a disclaimer I've only built 5 ARs so far so I dont know if some of the cheapo stuff is as durable as the fancy stuff that others are recommending.)
I really like this armourer's wrench since the 1/2" drive is so close to the castle and barrel nut adapter. Makes getting the correct torque easier IMO. Usually you only need the castle nut and flash hider adapters for AR builds since most aftermarket handgaurds come with proprietary barrel nut wrenches.
A decent set of roll pin punches will help you install both the upper and lower. I like this cause it also comes with a nylon (i think its nylon) end to keep from messing up your upper/lower finish.
Also, this is worth its weight in gold. It helps you install things like the roll pin that goes in the gas tube, bolt catch, trigger gaurd, and forward assist without the need of those fancy $50 tools.
And lastly I would definitely get a magpul Bev block and a bench vise. I got a cheapo one from amazon and its worked fine.
Roll pins are the worst, but a punch set with hollow ends like this one make them easier to deal with.