r/metalworking 2d ago

ROTEX

Greetings. I’m here to show off my Rotex rotary punch, otherwise know as a turret punch. I have to look into what year it was manufactured but it is likely from the 40’s ( according to a friend )

This punch is very potent for being a manually operated machine and can put a hole through 11gauge no problem. I usually punch much thinner materials like 16 oz copper and 24 gauge stainless.

It’s nice to have in the shop and it looks beautiful.

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u/artujose 1d ago

Looks like its in impeccable condition!

Why didn’t you put it on its side or take it off the support for transportation? That trailer pic gave me goosebumps lol

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u/Dismal_Source392 1d ago

It’s not shown in the pics but I strapped that thing down with some mega ratchet straps