Rivet Gun Reviews

This is the best selling rivet gun that's a manual model, and it comes from Stanley Tools. It's for using with a fair range of both steel and aluminum rivets and the tool itself is pretty easy to operate and performs well enough without the sweat and grit you get with similar tools.

It's a solid metal construction, well up to regular use and it doesn't seem to mind being knocked about. One reviewer said he'd used it as a hammer - something I didn't test it out for as I have enough hammers lying around not to expect this one to knock a few nails in. Overall it looks and feels as though every cent of the price tag is contained within it and if you've a need for a pro quality steel riveter, you won't go far wrong with this one.

This is the best plastic rivet gun. I found that it works with just about any type of plastic rivet nuts and it sets the rivets with a satisfying pressure that's easy to apply and allows you to move along the job quickly enough. For a plastic riveter it's well made and the design seems to work well with metal and/or painted surfaces.

It's a one hand operation, good for when you need a hand free to steady yourself or the work and you'll find that the size and shape allows you to access some of the more awkward spots - handy when you're working on auto repairs. This one comes with a decent enough starter pack of rivets, enough to get you going and in the event there isn't enough, you can always buy the size you need easily enough. Good quality, not many like it about.

This best selling rivet gun is a big favorite in the auto industry and the reason why is because it's sturdy, versatile and reliable. It's the must-have tool when it comes to installing a window regulator and it's unlikely you won't find one of these in an auto repair shop.

It's incredibly simple to operate and you'll find that the effort required to pop the rivet is a lot less than you'd expect. The design removes the need for some serious squeezing, which is sometimes required when it comes to using rivets as fasteners. Long handles, works with a variety of different steel rivets, easy to use - handy tool.

This is a nice little hand rivet gun, great for small spaces and awkward areas. It's a fully adjustable riveter, extremely durable, well made and you'll find it's the one you're using years down the line.

There's a little more effort involved when using it, partly the handle length but it won't make you sweat as it's still a one handed operation, and you really can get the tool and your hand into some surprisingly tight spots. It works with a range of rivets, you get to store the nose-pieces in the handle and there's a nice ratchet action for the bigger stuff. Solid hand tool, gives a good grip, effective and reliable for the long term.

This is the best pneumatic rivet gun - plus it's a a fairly comprehensive all-round rivet set. You get a whole range of steel and aluminum rivets and the riveting tool comes for a set of four different nose-pieces.

The mandrel is set up for quick changes, though unless you're perpetually swapping through sizes you won't necessarily feel the benefit. The rivet gun itself is pretty durable, well made with a good enough pair of comfort grip handles. The whole kit comes housed inside a sturdy made-for-purpose case, everything gets it's own storage spot and overall it's a good value for money product. Professional grade tool, user friendly and built to last.