found a threading die at a shop today and the guy wants $4 for it. i know that's not much but i don't no if it's worth it... it seamed like it was in ok shape as far as i know but that doesn't say much about things like that. An the other thing is should it have different sizes attachments for the middle. all it had was a 5/8th. would you guys get it?

Do you need to thread some 5/8" rod? A tap and die set is a good thing to have but you can usually get a set for not unreasonable at flea markets, yard/garage sales and the like. However, there's always a chance a used tap or die is dull, chipped or otherwise defunct.

Frosty the Lucky.

found a threading die at a shop today and the guy wants $4 for it. i know that's not much but i don't no if it's worth it... it seamed like it was in ok shape as far as i know but that doesn't say much about things like that. An the other thing is should it have different sizes attachments for the middle. all it had was a 5/8th. would you guys get it?

it's unlikely that the die is any good, even if you did need it. But if the die is in a handle and the handle will hold common diameter dies... like 1-1/2", the handle may be worth the $4 so that when you buy dies (as needed) you will already own a handle.

http://www.mcmaster....ng-dies/=9dnx1e

Ya it has the handal an as I can tell its in good shape as far as I can tell. how hard is it to finde dies for these? Can u get them new?

Bob S gave you this link.

http://www.mcmaster.com/#threading-dies/=9dnx1e

What type of thread is it? UNC or Metric Coarse are the most common in the UK; there are also Metric Fine, UNF, Whitworth, BSF, CEI and pipe and cycle threads (to name but a few). Even if the die is a bit blunt, as long as there's no chips out of it or teeth missing it may come in handy at some time for cleaning up a bolt or stud. It's not exactly expensive!

I know $4 dollars is not really expensive but i have very little cash to spend on my new hobby an need to get all i can for what i got. so i like to ask you guys what you think so im wasting the cash i can spend on it. but im going to go get in tomorrow an hopefully it will come in handy for me :)

I know $4 dollars is not really expensive but i have very little cash to spend on my new hobby an need to get all i can for what i got. so i like to ask you guys what you think so im wasting the cash i can spend on it. but im going to go get in tomorrow an hopefully it will come in handy for me

If things are so tight that $4 is a leap for you I would advise passing on this die. It will most likely be a paperweight at best. Best of luck.

Yes, I agree, sorry, I didn't realise that the price is a problem. I'd spend the money on a good 'how-to' book.

Well as it would happen to day i went an got it... An an hour later i was given a free brand spanken new ball peen hammer. WOOT what a day what a day. i dont feel so bad buying xxxx thing after the hammer if i get to use it well good if not i can just tell my self the $4 went to the hammer. oh and the handle is made by wells brothers company. you guys know if there any good? it's xxxxxxx heavy duty i can tell ya that.

You can always use the handle for twisting bars with some inserts for different size bar stock. Pics?

Don't worry, what you have is a case of smithitis, a fairly common and incurable diease that causes one to scrounge metal, and tools even when their is not an immediate need. Someday you will find a use for your newest treasure.

You can always use the handle for twisting bars with some inserts for different size bar stock. Pics?

Don't worry, what you have is a case of smithitis, a fairly common and incurable diease that causes one to scrounge metal, and tools even when their is not an immediate need. Someday you will find a use for your newest treasure.

Or not

You could learn to use it and practice, someday a customer might need a 5/8" bar threading in an emergency and you'll be the bloke that he turns to... If not, it's always useful to learn a new skill.