Author Topic: The Aluminum Chop Stick, aka "Stop Stick" (Read 31862 times)

RJ HEDLEY · « **Reply #45 on:** July 09, 2005, 03:36:28 PM »

*Tool pouch*

You guys keep asking for a Tool Pouch, this would be to fit what length punch? Every body most likely has a different length punch.. I am looking for a short punch, about 3 " long, in brass. All that I have looked at in 1/16" are too soft and bend too easily..
When I have a source for a 3'' -1/16" punch that is not so soft, I will make a suitable pouch to contain it and the Stop Stick..

Brenden · « **Reply #46 on:** July 09, 2005, 03:47:31 PM »

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*Tool pouch*

You guys keep asking for a Tool Pouch, this would be to fit what length punch? Every body most likely has a different length punch.. I am looking for a short punch, about 3 " long, in brass. All that I have looked at in 1/16" are too soft and bend too easily..
When I have a source for a 3'' -1/16" punch that is not so soft, I will make a suitable pouch to contain it..

RJ,
Sounds like a deal..
You seem to have the connection for the Mettalurgy end-maybe they could do the Punch also..

I have been looking for a suitable punch myself..But please put me first in line when you do the pouch..

Thanks RJ for your goodness in consideration..

Brenden

theirishguard · « **Reply #47 on:** July 09, 2005, 06:47:18 PM »

RJ, I'll take a 3" punch in brass also with a pouch to fit both the stick and punch. Thanks, Tom

R9SCarry · « **Reply #48 on:** July 09, 2005, 10:19:26 PM »

Thinkin' of punches, stop sticks and all - makes me wonder - WTH has our Shelb gotten too - the boy has seemingly ''buggered off''!!

Hate losing members!!

Brenden · « **Reply #49 on:** July 10, 2005, 12:36:07 AM »

Chris,
Every once in awhile I say.."Shelby where are you"??

I have not heard a word either..

RA_Bakken · « **Reply #50 on:** July 16, 2005, 01:15:11 AM »

Hi RJ.

This IS a great idea. I'm in for a brass version. Can I order from your website? If not, let me know and I'll get the money to you.

Thanks for taking on this project!

-- Spectro

RJ HEDLEY · « **Reply #51 on:** July 16, 2005, 10:09:19 AM »

Spectro
Check PM,...........Welcome aboard

GeorgeH · « **Reply #52 on:** July 17, 2005, 02:29:34 AM »

How about a nylon tipped steel punch?

R9SCarry · « **Reply #53 on:** July 17, 2005, 06:58:22 PM »

George - nylon is excellent as an impact cushion and protector but at 1/16" dia I can't think of any real reliable way to attach effectively, a small nylon tip. As a material it is in relative terms a bit soft and flexible - thus can be distorted with any side force.

A steel punch is Ok if ground to a totally flat and smooth face - with minimal chamfer to avoid cutting edges - after that it is down to the user to be careful. Brass to is fine if the 1/16" dia section is not over long - to avoid any bend risk.

doubletapMike · « **Reply #54 on:** July 29, 2005, 11:31:50 PM »

RJ,
I received my holster, mag pouch and "Stop stick" Today They are great, and you are an artist and a gentleman. Thank you for the great, prompt service. I'm all set now when the pup arrives.

Mike

RJ HEDLEY · « **Reply #55 on:** July 30, 2005, 10:18:19 AM »

Thank you, glad you are pleased.

RJ=

jarcher · « **Reply #56 on:** July 31, 2005, 03:19:55 PM »

Wow, I sure have missed alot in my absence. My business heated up and I have been working non-stop, but today for some reason I took a few minutes to check things out here...

So this "stop stick" thing has got my attention. It occured to me right when I got my R9s that I could jam something in the chamber to hold the slide back while I remove the pin, but I was afraid to do that.

Brass seems like a good idea, but still, it makes me nervous. Has anyone here noticed that a stop stick has scratched or dinged or otherwise had any impact on their pistol?

RJ HEDLEY · « **Reply #57 on:** July 31, 2005, 03:33:05 PM »

As I am the *Daddy* of the Stop Stick, my answer may not qualify, but the Seecamp pistol has this method in the owners manual, only it is a cartridge case.

TW · « **Reply #58 on:** August 01, 2005, 04:12:07 PM »

>>FYI...I've now used RJ's aluminum and brass Stop Sticks and there is no sign of markings on my R9s.

BTW, RJ... I absolutely LOVE the brass Stop Stick...! The rounded off head is a nice touch...!! This tool is so cool that I want to carry it around with me just to look at...! So, RJ... How about a tiny leather sheath for the Stop Stick...?...kinda like the one I have for my gold tooth pick. Well...I don't actually have a gold tooth pick - but if I did I'm sure it would come with that nice leather sheath...TW<<

Brenden · « **Reply #59 on:** August 01, 2005, 06:10:44 PM »

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RJ,
I would like to try a brass one also if you do so..I sent for 2 of the alum. ones.

I have a thought (Lots of work for you though ) of a very small "case" for the stop sticks,and a punch..

I had bought my Father an "ivory" toothpick and case that it slid into with the upper part remaining out..I thought it was a great present as the old man always had a Tpick around.

A case of that nature would keep those items together and look good along the R9..

I know RJ,You have too much work to keep up with now..

Never hurts to ask though..

TW,
We must be as one with the Rohrbaugh "Takedown Kit"

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