Best hand Rivet tool

[kaelc]

We are looking for a new hand rivet tool and wonder what other guys have been using? Thanks for any suggestions.

 

[dozerII]

You can't go wrong with one of these, http://www.princessauto.com/en/detail/3-16-in-air-hydraulic-riveter/A-p8549768e I have been using the same one for 4 years. You will never squeeze a hand riveter again.

 

[Watermann]

I have the same pneumatic riveter as Dozer except in the 1/4" version. I do have a hand riveter that I have to use in tight spots and got it at ACE hardware, it has the rotating head which comes in handy in those tough to reach spots you can't drag the bulky air riveter into.

 

[bridgeman213]

Got a harbor frieght nearby?? They have one for 20.00 that I cant wear out, not too good for tight spots but it'll set a rivet in 2 pulls or less even the stainless

 

[gm280]

I would think it depends on what you are riveting, where and even how many rivets you will be using. If only a rivet every now and then, I'd go for a single hand-held versions some showed above. But if you are riveting a total boat back together, then maybe a pneumatic versions is the better choice. So you have to make that decision up... I personally use a hand held Craftsman what will do 1/8" and 3/16" diameter rivets. It's never left me down. But I usually do a few here and there over the years so no need for me to buy a pneumatic gun..

 

[bilge rat jim]

I use a Stanley for pop rivets. Much more comfortable for those with smaller hands.

 

[64osby]

I had a project many years back where we put 50,000 rivets in with 2 pneumatic guns in 5 days. Number tags in an outdoor stadium.

Very glad we didn't have to do it by hand

 

[CraigBarnard]

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I find these pretty good.

 

[kaelc]

Thanks Craig, what brand/model do you like? I don't have a compressor so pneumatic is out.

 

[CraigBarnard]

Thanks Craig, what brand/model do you like? I don't have a compressor so pneumatic is out.

I bought mine through Matco Tools www.matcotools.com RV14