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Swingline Desktop Hole Punch, Hole Puncher, Precision Pro, Adjustable, 2-3 Holes, 10 Sheet Punch Capacity, Black/Gold (74086) Swingline Desktop Hole Punch, Hole Puncher, Precision Pro, Adjustable, 2-3 Holes, 10 Sheet Punch Capacity, Black/Gold (74086) Swingline Desktop Hole Punch, Hole Puncher, Precision Pro, Adjustable, 2-3 Holes, 10 Sheet Punch Capacity, Black/Gold (74086) Swingline Desktop Hole Punch, Hole Puncher, Precision Pro, Adjustable, 2-3 Holes, 10 Sheet Punch Capacity, Black/Gold (74086) Swingline Desktop Hole Punch, Hole Puncher, Precision Pro, Adjustable, 2-3 Holes, 10 Sheet Punch Capacity, Black/Gold (74086)

Swingline Desktop Hole Punch, Hole Puncher, Precision Pro, Adjustable, 2-3 Holes, 10 Sheet Punch Capacity, Black/Gold (74086)

Swingline Desktop Hole Punch, Hole Puncher, Precision Pro, Adjustable, 2-3 Holes, 10 Sheet Punch Capacity, Black/Gold (74086) Swingline Desktop Hole Punch, Hole Puncher, Precision Pro, Adjustable, 2-3 Holes, 10 Sheet Punch Capacity, Black/Gold (74086) Swingline Desktop Hole Punch, Hole Puncher, Precision Pro, Adjustable, 2-3 Holes, 10 Sheet Punch Capacity, Black/Gold (74086) Swingline Desktop Hole Punch, Hole Puncher, Precision Pro, Adjustable, 2-3 Holes, 10 Sheet Punch Capacity, Black/Gold (74086) Swingline Desktop Hole Punch, Hole Puncher, Precision Pro, Adjustable, 2-3 Holes, 10 Sheet Punch Capacity, Black/Gold (74086)
$ 8.33

Score By Feature

Based on 16,075 ratings
Easy to remove
9.90
Durability
8.98
Easy to use
9.08
Value for money
8.78
Sturdiness
8.92

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PRECISION PUNCHING: This professional grade 2 3 hole metal punch is designed specifically for manual hole punching accuracy. You can rely on the precision of this punch to be flawless.
PATENTED PINS: Professional punches use patented pin technology to ensure consistent accuracy.
10 SHEET CAPACITY: Punch pierces up to 10 sheets of paper with clean, precise 9/32 inch holes.
LESS MESS: Cleanup of punched holes is a breeze with the easy glide chip tray. A removable tray is built into the punch's base.

Questions & Answers

As a result, it's possible to adjust it for a total of five. 5 by 8. Do you have any 5 inch paper or binders?

Yes, the hole punch can be adjusted to fit a variety of different sizes of holes.

Is it the center or the outer punches that move? What is the closest spacing you can get for three holes? Thanks. ?

The two (2) punches on the outside move into four (4) pre-positioned punches. On each side of the center punch, place a hole spot. The most closely related pre- Three (3) holes are spaced three (3) inches apart on the set.

Is it able to sever tape with it? Are the hold punchers capable of delivering a powerful punch? Is there a rule for paper hole distances in college?

I have a Swingline hole punch that looks very similar to this one, but it was purchased many years ago - long before there was any such thing as an Amazon. com. It has served me well; it is sturdy, strong, and adjustable (it can cut three holes for college-ruled paper as well as 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" hole paper for mini 3-ring binders). It still looks and works like new after decades of use. That said, I have no idea if the newer models are as well built as my 40+ year old Swingline.

I'm not sure how I'm going to get rid of this green plastic. ?

Press the puncher as if it were a machine, then pull the green plastic out by hand.

Selected User Reviews For Swingline Desktop Hole Punch, Hole Puncher, Precision Pro, Adjustable, 2-3 Holes, 10 Sheet Punch Capacity, Black/Gold (74086)

The Advantages and Disadvantages As a three-hole punch, it's not too shabby
3/5

Given that I had never bought a hole punch before, I had no idea what makes a good one and what doesn't. But I think I've figured it out now. br>br>PROS: It's a three-hole punch with a variety of punching options, such as e. Do you need a punch with two holes? That is something you can do. Do you want to change the format to A4, A5, or something else? That is something you can do. It punches quickly and cleanly, and the papers to be punched can be inserted and removed with ease. CONS: br>br> The tabs that orient the punch locations must be moved with a screw driver. I prefer the type where the tabs can simply be slid. The tray in which the punched paper holes are kept leaks. If you punch and then move the puncher, you'll get a better result. The confetti flies out of the holes. The tray is slick, and it frequently and easily slips out of its closed position. If you want to two hole punch a piece of paper, you'll have to eyeball the location and follow the visual guide. You'd think it'd be in the middle, but it isn't. It's not in the right place. As a result, I had to use tape to mark the proper location for a two-hole punch on the base. I used my screwdriver to insert the tabs into the two holes. These are opulence issues. br>br> It does the job nicely as a three hole for the price. br>br>I believe it does the job nicely as a three hole for the price. However, I wouldn't try to sell it on its adaptability. It's adaptable and versatile, but it's not precise. And. Confetti circles become tedious after a while. Glittery in a way. It's amusing at first, but then.

Reese Welch
Reese Welch
| Apr 29, 2021
OK for the price, but difficult to adjust
3/5

I recently purchased this and was disappointed because it is difficult to adjust. Script punching (3-D) Most work has now shifted to electronic "paper," with holes on the side and legal docs (2 holes at the top). A puncher, on the other hand, comes in handy when real paper is still required. When I needed to replace an old solid metal 3-way switch, I got this. After 30 years, the hole punch finally broke down. PROS: )br>br>
- It's heavy enough that you won't slip while punching. This isn't a flimsy piece of paper.
- Punches a 5-inch target with ease. br>- At a time, 8 pieces of paper. br>- The cost is $8, which is a great deal. if everything goes well. CONS: br>br>
- It's not easy to adjust because the three screws on the bottom must be unscrewed and moved. I believe they are made of plastic, so what happens if they break? For the puncher, that's the end of it.
- Holes that are a little too close to the paper's edge, and there's no way to adjust them.
- Only a portion of the frame is made of metal. So far, so good, but after a lot of use, the rubbery plastic tray may come loose, and if just one of those screws breaks, the entire puncher [haha, little pun there ;] will be destroyed. p] is not a valid option.

Lilliana Schroeder
Lilliana Schroeder
| Dec 16, 2021
Swingline is a company that lives up to its reputation
5/5

This is the first year I'm homeschooling, and I needed to make binders for my kids so that I could keep all of the free worksheets I found on the internet organized. I tested it with ten sheets and it performs as expected without the need for excessive pressure. br>br>The puncher can be adjusted to make two or three holes. It's already cut to fit in a standard three-hole binder. br>For me, this has been a lifesaver. I realize it's a little more expensive than one you can buy in a store, but I went with Swingline because I'm familiar with the brand's reputation, and it's so far lived up to it. I am extremely pleased with how hassle-free this product is.

Emerald Perry
Emerald Perry
| Aug 08, 2021
For stacks of paper, it's perfect
5/5

For me, a three-hole punch is something I need but don't use very often, and I'm completely frustrated if I don't have one on hand when I need it. So when I printed out a nearly 50-page 21-day workout plan that I wanted to put in a binder, my 10-year-old punch took a dive on me. So, when a hole punch fails, what causes it to do so? It seemed impossible at the time. One of the springs in my case would contract but not release (despite using WD-40). 40) So the first two holes worked fine, but the third hole remained stuck and refused to release my papers. So, knowing the need but also considering the usage, I sought out a low-cost but high-quality option. This was the last straw! Good price, much smoother operation than my previous ol' faithful, and punches through a much larger stack of paper than my previous ol' faithful. br>I would highly recommend this purchase!.

Sky Stephenson
Sky Stephenson
| Jun 07, 2021
It's not looking good
3/5

First and foremost, it is primarily made of metal; however, the punch heads are ineffective. I needed to purchase two of these in order to meet the minimum order requirement. I couldn't find four punch heads that would work between the two of them. The biggest issue was that after about three punches, it stopped making clean holes for whatever reason; it wasn't pushing the punches down far enough, and it was a slow progression of one hole. then 2. Then, around the eighth sheet, they all came to a halt. As a result, I made an attempt to "assist" it. and put some cardboard between the push down lever and the punch heads, which helped, all but two punches started making clean holes again, the other two, well, they make better cuts, but still don't cut a full circle, so paper gets stuck in the heads. I only had two spare punches in the second one when I needed a four-hole punch, and neither of them worked any better. It's a pity, but it appears that you can no longer find anything that is designed to work. Only imported goods at a low cost. CRAP. All of this being said, it would be great if it had slightly better punch heads. As a result, you're taking chances with these. It's not worth the trouble. Also, keep in mind that * adjustable only applies to pre-drilled holes; if your requirements differ, get a drill and drill your own holes for the punch heads. Overall, it's better to spend a little more money and get something that works and can be adjusted if necessary.

Alvaro Anthony
Alvaro Anthony
| Sep 18, 2021
Excellent value for money and excellent quality
5/5

This hole punch, which I bought for my daughter to take to college, had three features that I was looking for. First and foremost, the price was reasonable at under $8. Second, the punching capacity of up to 10 sheets per punch seemed ideal for most college papers, syllabuses, and handouts, and third, it appeared to be built to last. br>br>Upon unboxing, I discovered that this product met all of my needs, but the 'adjustable' feature wasn't as easy to adjust as I thought it should be. Although it is unlikely that most users will need to use it, it is worth noting because it is a feature of this product. The punches were clean and exactly what I expected, and I would not hesitate to recommend it to others who need basic hole punches because of its low price, ease of use, and high quality.

Colette Thomas
Colette Thomas
| May 07, 2021

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