General Tools 87 Pocket Automatic Center Punch
- Operation Mode: Automatic
- Material Type: Alloy Steel
- Hole Count: 1
- Sheet Count: 20
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
Weight alone confirms this is a light hand tool, but with no dimensions, material or tip spec listed, match the model number against General's own catalog before buying.
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ASIN: B00004T7RJModel: 87Category: Punches
Overview
The General 87 is a punch tool weighing 0.07 pounds, about 1.1 ounces, making it one of the lightest items in this category. No dimensions, material or description are published for the listing.
At just over an ounce, this weight is consistent with a small hand tool, such as a scratch awl or a light center punch, rather than a heavy drive punch meant for striking with a hammer. General Tools is a known maker of marking and layout tools, but the listing itself offers no further detail beyond weight and category.
- Model 87 by General
- Weight 0.07 lbs (about 1.1 oz)
- Category listed as Tools > Punches
- No dimensions or material published
Who it's for
Buyers who already know the General 87 by model number and just need weight confirmation for a toolbox or kit build out. Not useful for anyone comparing punch types or tip styles, since none of that is listed.
Pros and cons
- Very light at 0.07 lbs, easy to carry in a kit
- Clearly identified by model number for direct lookup
- No dimensions, material or tip style listed
Performance notes
A weight of about 1.1 ounces is far lighter than a hammer struck drive punch would typically be, which points toward a light marking or scratch tool rather than a heavy duty striking punch, though the listing does not confirm this directly.
Specifications
| Brand | General Tools |
|---|---|
| Model | 87 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.07 poundslower than 91% of 118 punches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Silver |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Center Punch |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | Manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Hole Count | 1 |
| Sheet Count | 20 |
| Part Number | 87 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the General 87 Punch weigh?
About 0.07 pounds, or roughly 1.1 ounces.
What is the General 87 punch made from?
The listing does not include a material spec.
What size is the General 87?
No dimensions are published, only the weight.