Starrett 565A Punch
- Punch
- 0.7 ounces
- 4 × 0.1 × 4 inches
- Better rated than 68%
- More reviewed than 83%
A slim, lightweight Starrett punch built for precise mark placement on metal, not a heavy duty pin driver.
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How it ranks among the 176 punches we track
4.7★ across 1,600 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
1,600 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
50+ 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
A Starrett 565A punch measuring roughly 4 inches long with a slender 0.06 inch profile, weighing just 0.704 ounces, sized for precise handwork rather than heavy striking.
Starrett has long made its name in machinist tools, and this punch fits that mold with a thin body meant for careful mark placement rather than driving force. The dimensions read more like a scribe or fine point punch than a heavy duty pin punch, though the listing does not spell out whether it is a center punch, prick punch, or another style.
- 4 inch length
- 0.06 inch tip profile
- 0.704 ounce weight
- Starrett brand
Who it's for
A good match for a machinist or hobbyist who needs a light, precise marking tool and already trusts Starrett's tolerances. Not the choice for someone needing a heavy pin punch meant for driving out hardware, since the weight here is too light for that kind of force.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Slim profile suited to precise mark placement
- Very light for controlled handwork
- Starrett brand quality
- Not built for heavy driving or striking force
- Exact punch style (center, prick, or other) not specified
Performance notes
At under an ounce and with a 0.06 inch tip profile, this punch is built for control rather than impact force. That combination favors accurate starting marks over layout lines rather than heavy driving work.
Specifications
| Brand | Starrett |
|---|---|
| Model | 565A |
| Item Weight | 0.7 ounces |
| Dimensions | 4 × 0.1 × 4 inches |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in punches.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starrett 565A PunchThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 1,600 | 4.1 / 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 565A
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the Starrett 565A punch used for?
Its slim profile and light weight point to precise mark placement on metal rather than heavy driving.
How much does it weigh?
0.704 ounces, according to the listing.