Starrett 18C Punch
- Punch
- 4.6 ounces
- Better rated than 68%
- More reviewed than 86%
A single Starrett punch backed by a strong rating. A solid pickup if you already know the punch type you need, since the listing does not spell it out.
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How it ranks among the 176 punches we track
4.7★ across 2,200 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2,200 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
500+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 176 punches we track - how the scorecard works · full punches data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The Starrett 18C is a single punch weighing 0.29 pounds. It carries a 4.7 average rating across 2,200 reviews, with about 500 units bought in the past month, consistent with Starrett's standing as a precision tool maker.
Starrett has long specialized in precision measuring and machinist tools, and the 18C fits that lineage as a standalone punch rather than a boxed set. The listing gives only weight, with no punch type, tip diameter or overall length specified, so buyers needing a center punch versus a pin punch should confirm that before ordering. At under a third of a pound, it is light enough for one-handed marking work.
- Starrett brand, precision tools
- 0.29 lb weight
- 4.7 average rating
- 2,200 reviews, ~500 bought monthly
Who it's for
Works for a machinist or hobbyist who needs one punch from a brand known for precision tools, rather than a full punch set. Not the right pick for someone who needs the exact tip diameter confirmed up front.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Light 0.29 pound build for control
- 4.7 average rating across 2,200 reviews
- About 500 bought in the past month
- Punch type and tip diameter not listed
- Sold as a single tool, not a set
Performance notes
At 0.29 pounds the 18C is light enough for controlled hand strikes and precise marking rather than heavy demolition work. Its 4.7 rating across 2,200 reviews and roughly 500 monthly purchases suggest steady use among buyers who already trust Starrett's precision-tool reputation.
Specifications
| Brand | Starrett |
|---|---|
| Model | 18C |
| Item Weight | 4.6 ounces |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in punches.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starrett 18C PunchThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 2,200 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Bostitch HP40 PunchBOSTITCH | 4.8 / 5 | 12,587 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Diyife KA1 PunchDiyife | 4.7 / 5 | 9,316 | 4.6 / 5 |
| NEIKO 02638A PunchNEIKO | 4.7 / 5 | 10,900 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Amazon KK0330 PunchAmazon | 4.7 / 5 | 11,786 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Starrett 18C
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How much does the Starrett 18C weigh?
0.29 pounds.
Is the Starrett 18C part of a set?
No, it is listed as a single piece.