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Unusual Taps

Started by lptools, July 03, 2022, 03:18:52 PM

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lptools

Hello, I am looking for info on these taps. Tapered over their length, coarse thread? , . Instead of a square shank at the top, they are rectangular.
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mikeswrenches

Hi Lou, I think they were called blacksmiths taps. Maybe boilermakers tap? I found one a few years ago. Wish I could remember what I did with it.

Mike
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lptools

Hello, Mike. Thanks for the info, I will follow up on that!!
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lptools

Hello, Mike. Looks like blacksmith's Taps to me. Thanks again, Lou
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humber2

Are they all 12 TPI.?

If so maybe earlier versions of these boiler mud plug taps?


lptools

Hello, humber2. Thanks for the reply! Mike nailed it, they are Blacksmith's Taper Taps!!
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