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Since my last review of the Pick Punch 2, I have gotten a few emails. I want to thank those who have submitted their questions, and will summarize them here for everyone.

#1 - Is the new pick punch available?

Yes it is, and you can get it at www.pickpunch.com

#2 - Do you think the design changes address the concerns about breaking?

Yes, for the most part. I will continue to punch everything that I have (within reason). I would not try and punch sheet metal unless you are willing to deal with the consequences.

#3 - Would you do a review of trying to punch difficult things and video it?

Not sure if I will at this time. I would like to see if it would handle some thinner metals, but clearly it is not designed for that. I would like to get a few more hundred picks from this before I try and see if it will withstand the test.

#4 - How much did you get paid or what compensation did you receive for doing this review?

None, all the reviews I do at BAB are transparent. If I review an item, I will tell you how much I paid, or if I received the item at a reduced cost or free. Even if I receive an item for free and it is bad, I will submit an accurate review.

#5 - Will you review my item on your blog?

Usually I can, please contact me through the BAB contact page and I will get back with you.

I hope that this has answered your questions.

Earlier this year I did a review of the original Pick Punch. http://burlapandblues.com/bluesblog/blog1.php/2010/06/17/pick-punch-review In this review I noted that the pick punch broke very easily. In fact, I broke 2 trying to do a review of this product. I did the review and even though it was a good idea, the punch was not good for any medium or thick material.

Well, a few weeks ago, I heard from Pick Punch after they read my review. They agreed to send me an updated version of the pick punch at no charge. I happily agreed and received the punch a few weeks ago. I noted immediately that the punch was built very differently. Where the platform had been thin (where it had broken) it was now about 3 times as thick.

I was anxious to put this to the test!

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The pick punch, a real interesting idea.

The original article and review regarding the pick punch has been edited to accurately reflect the current state of the pick punch. The Pick Punch has since greatly improved their product and it is no longer prone breakage. THE CURRENT VERSION OF THE PICK PUNCH IS IMPROVED AND DOES NOT BREAK! Please review the updated pick punch review at http://burlapandblues.com/bluesblog/blog1.php/2010/10/09/pick-punch-2-review

In the original post I commented on how good the customer service is, please beleive me. Please contact pick punch at www.pickpunch.com if you have any questions about this product.

Also understand that I received no compensation for this review.