{"product_id":"durston-24-punch-matched-dapping-set","title":"Durston Large 24 Punch Matched Dapping Punch \u0026 Die Set - 125.008","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDurston Large 24 Punch Matched Dapping Punch \u0026amp; Die Set - 125.008\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDurston Large 24 Punch Matched Dapping Punch \u0026amp; Die Set\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional-grade forming tool set made by W. Durston Ltd of High Wycombe, Great Britain. Crafted from properly hardened and polished English steel, this set delivers the quality and precision that serious jewelers and metalsmiths demand at a value that competes with comparable German and Italian makes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes 24 highly polished dapping punches ranging from 3.0mm (1\/8\") to 50.0mm (2\") in diameter, each with a precisely matched depression in the included 65mm (2-1\/2\") square dapping block, forming a complete 25-piece matched system. Punches are stored on a form-fitting plastic stand that keeps the set organized and protected. Durston part number 1101.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 hardened and polished English steel dapping punches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePunch sizes range from 3.0mm (1\/8\") to 50.0mm (2\") in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach punch has a precisely matched depression in the included dapping block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes one 65mm (2-1\/2\") square dapping block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm-fitting plastic stand keeps the full set organized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade by W. Durston Ltd, High Wycombe, Great Britain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n.tg  {border-collapse:collapse;border-spacing:0;}\n.tg td{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg th{border-color:black;border-style:solid;border-width:1px;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;\n  font-weight:normal;overflow:hidden;padding:10px 5px;word-break:normal;}\n.tg .tg-cly1{text-align:left;vertical-align:middle}\n.tg .tg-wa1i{font-weight:bold;text-align:center;vertical-align:middle}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"tg\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eTotal Pieces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e25 (24 punches + 1 dapping block)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003ePunch Size Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e3.0mm (1\/8\") – 50.0mm (2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003ePunch Sizes Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e3.0, 4.0, 5.0, 6.0, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0, 10.0, 11.0, 12.0, 13.0, 14.0, 15.0, 17.0, 19.0, 21.0, 23.0, 25.0, 28.0, 32.0, 36.0, 40.0, 45.0, 50.0mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eDapping Block Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e65mm (2-1\/2\") square\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eStand Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e10\" long × 7\" wide × 6\" high (with punches mounted)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eHardened and polished English steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003eMade in England by W. Durston Ltd, High Wycombe, Great Britain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-wa1i\"\u003eDurston Part Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"tg-cly1\"\u003e1101\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eIncluded\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24 matched dapping punches (3.0mm – 50.0mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 square 65mm dapping block with 24 matched depressions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForm-fitting plastic storage and display stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"aalqcg\" data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"233\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"30\" data-end=\"71\"\u003eProfessional Large-Format Dapping Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"74\"\u003eThe Durston 125.008 is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"142\"\u003e24-piece matched punch and die system\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed for forming precise domes and hemispheres in metal with exceptional consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bvh20e\" data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"486\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"270\"\u003eWide Size Coverage (3mm–50mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"273\"\u003eIncludes punches from \u003cstrong data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"315\"\u003e3mm up to 50mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, covering everything from fine detailing to large decorative domes—ideal for \u003cstrong data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"445\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003ejewellery, metal sculpture, and fabrication work\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15l4fnf\" data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"735\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"490\" data-end=\"521\"\u003ePerfectly Matched Die Block\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"524\"\u003eComes with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"568\"\u003e65mm square dapping block\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring corresponding depressions for each punch, ensuring \u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"670\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eaccurate, repeatable forming results\u003c\/strong\u003e with minimal distortion. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ypx9j7\" data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"990\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"781\"\u003eHigh-Grade Hardened Steel Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eManufactured from \u003cstrong data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"848\"\u003ehardened and polished English tool steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering long-term durability, smooth forming surfaces, and resistance to wear under workshop use. \u003cspan class=\"\" 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data-section-id=\"hfapju\" data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003eIndustry-Trusted Professional Standard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003eWidely used in professional jewellery workshops for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003eaccuracy, repeatability, and long service life\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a benchmark dapping set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eQ\u0026amp;A\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"296\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"132\"\u003eQ: What is the Durston 24 Punch Dapping Set used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"132\" data-end=\"135\"\u003eA: It is a professional jewelry forming tool used to \u003cstrong data-start=\"188\" data-end=\"245\"\u003ecreate domes, curves, and hollow forms in metal sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideal for silversmithing and jewelry fabrication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"498\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"346\"\u003eQ: How many punches are included in the set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"346\" data-end=\"349\"\u003eA: The set includes \u003cstrong data-start=\"369\" data-end=\"430\"\u003e24 precision punches plus a matching square dapping block\u003c\/strong\u003e, making a total of 25 pieces. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"709\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"500\" data-end=\"537\"\u003eQ: What size range does it cover?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"540\"\u003eA: It features punches ranging from \u003cstrong data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"591\"\u003e3mm to 50mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing a wide variety of dome sizes from small detail work to large forming. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"945\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"758\"\u003eQ: What is included with the dapping block?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"761\"\u003eA: It comes with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"856\"\u003e65mm square dapping block with a matching depression for each punch size\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring accurate and repeatable forming results. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eQ: What material is it made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"987\"\u003eA: The tools are made from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003ehardened, polished high-quality steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed for long-term workshop durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003eQ: Is it suitable for professional use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eA: Yes, it is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003eprofessional-grade set widely used in jewelry workshops\u003c\/strong\u003e, known for precision, smooth finishes, and long service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003eQ: What metals can it be used with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eA: It is suitable for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003enon-ferrous metals such as silver, gold, copper, brass, and aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially when properly annealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003eQ: Does it come with storage?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003eA: Yes, it includes a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003ededicated fitted case\/stand to keep punches organized and protected\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1810\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1630\"\u003eQ: What makes this set stand out?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003eA: Its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1640\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003ematched punch-and-die precision system\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures consistent doming with minimal marking, making it one of the most reliable dapping sets in professional jewelry making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Tips\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13wq9wf\" data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"190\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"83\" data-end=\"108\"\u003eClean after each use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove metal residue from punches and dies to maintain smooth forming surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ec80j5\" data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"290\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"193\" data-end=\"213\"\u003eApply light oil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coat punches and die cavities lightly to prevent rust and reduce friction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"uxe0hz\" data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"402\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"293\" data-end=\"315\"\u003eAvoid dry impacts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always use appropriate force gradually to prevent surface marking and stress damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9vmuwu\" data-start=\"403\" data-end=\"505\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"425\"\u003eCheck alignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure punch sits correctly in die before striking for accurate domed shapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14zkdk5\" data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"627\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong 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