Gifts Any Machinist Can Use

Finding a gift for a machinist can be a challenge. We’ve compiled a list of items that any machinist would be pleased to receive as a gift. These gift items can be used with any machine, so you don’t need to worry about compatibility with a particular lathe or milling machine model number. And many of these gifts are items that everyone can use a few of, so it’s okay if the lucky gift recipient already has one.

	Center Punches, Starrett Sizes 1/16”, 5/64”, 3/32”, 1/8”, and 5/32” diameter Hardened and tempered steel Knurled finger grip Points ground at proper angle for maximum service Tips are accurately centered $57.00 More products like this
	Combination Square Set, 12" 4R, PEC 12" Combination square Hardened and tempered 4R graduations, 8ths & 16ths, 32nds & 64ths Protractor graduated 0-180 degrees in both directions Includes level vial and hardened scribe tool $194.95 More products like this
	Combination Square Set, 12" 4R, Starrett Starrett 12" combination square set Includes square head, center head and reversible protractor head Starrett catalog number C435-12-4R Graduation No. 4R- 8ths, 16ths, Quick Reading 32nds, 64ths $330.00 More products like this
	Dial Caliper, 6", Starrett Starrett 6” white dial caliper and fitted case Direct reading, reliable and accurate. American Made $285.00 More products like this
	Dial Indicator, 1" x 0.001", Professional Grade, Shock Resistant Z-Limit brand guarantees professional quality 0-1" dial indicator with 0.001" resolution 6 jewel shock resistant movement 2.25" dial diameter AGD Group 2 with 0.375" shank and flat back Calibration certificate included $49.95 More products like this
	Dial Indicator, 1", Starrett Range: 1.000" Face diameter: 2-1/4" Graduations: 0.001" Shockless, hardened steel gear train and jewel bearings Lug on center of the back $213.00 More products like this
	Dial Indicator, Magnetic Base & Point Set 0-1" dial indicator with 0.001" resolution Magnetic base indicator holder with fine adjustment 22 piece indicator point set All in a plastic case $39.95 More products like this
	Dial Indicator, Starrett Last Word Starrett dial indicator with universal friction holder with shank Graduation: 0.0005" Range: 0.030" Dial Reading: 0-15-0 $273.00 More products like this
	Dial Indicator, Test Indicator, Magnetic Base & Point Set 0-1" dial indicator with 0.001" resolution 0-15-0 dial test indicator with 0.0005" resolution Magnetic base indicator holder with fine adjustment 22 piece indicator point set All in a plastic case $59.95 More products like this
	Dial Test Indicator, 0-15-0 x 0.0005" and Universal Magnetic Base Dial test indicator with 0.0005" graduations, range of 0.030" in either direction Unique central locking mechanism on magnetic base locks all motion with one knob Magnetic base has fine adjustment Includes a fitted case $81.95 More products like this
	Drill Set, 115 Piece Jobber Length HSS 118º Point Surface Treated Black Finish Jobber Length Straight Shank High Speed Steel $219.95 More products like this
	Drill Set, 19 Piece Metric Jobber Length HSS Made in USA Bright finish 118º point Jobber length High speed steel $84.95 More products like this
	Drill Set, 21 Piece Jobber Length HSS, Turbomax Tip 1/16" through 3/8" by 1/64" Revolutionary tip design stays sharper longer and drills up to 28 percent faster Three-flatted shank design provides better chuck grip and reduces slippage M-2 high speed steel for the best combination of strength, heat resistance, and wear resistance Gold oxide finish. $99.95 More products like this
	Drill Set, 29 Piece Screw Machine Length HSS Made in USA Surface treated black finish Heavy duty 135º split point High speed steel Includes metal index $119.95 More products like this
	Drive Pin Punches, Starrett Diameters: 1/16", 3/32", 1/8", 5/32", 3/16", 7/32", 1/4", 5/16" Hardened and tempered steel Knurled finger grip Points ground at proper angle for maximum service Tips are accurately centered $86.00 More products like this
	Electronic Digital Caliper, 6" Professional Grade Z-Limit brand guarantees professional quality Large, easy-to-read LCD display can be zeroed at any position Automatic shut-off after 5 minutes of non-use, last measuring position retained when shut off Hardened stainless steel body for long life, with fine adjustment thumb wheel Resolution is 0.0005" (0.01mm) and linear accuracy meets DIN 862 standard $64.95 More products like this
	Electronic Digital Caliper, 6", Starrett 799 Large, easy-to-read LCD display can be zeroed at any position Automatic shut-off after 5 minutes of nonuse, last measuring position retained when shut off Hardened stainless steel body for long life Fine adjustment thumb wheel Resolution is .0005" (0.01mm) and linear accuracy meets DIN 862 standard $207.00 More products like this
	Gift Certificate, $100 LittleMachineShop.com gift certificates make great gifts. Now you know exactly what to give, and you don't need to worry about whether or not it fits. If you'd like a certificate in a higher amount, order multiple certificates that add up to the amount you want, and in the Special Instructions, include a note asking us to combine them into a single certificate. (For example, if you want to give $250 to someone you really like, order five $50 certificates. Include a note and we'll issue a single certificate for the full amount.) $100.00 More products like this
	Gift Certificate, $25 LittleMachineShop.com gift certificates make great gifts. Now you know exactly what to give, and you don't need to worry about whether or not it fits. If you'd like a certificate in a higher amount, order multiple certificates that add up to the amount you want, and in the Special Instructions, include a note asking us to combine them into a single certificate. (For example, if you want to give $250 to someone you really like, order five $50 certificates. Include a note and we'll issue a single certificate for the full amount.) $25.00 More products like this
	Gift Certificate, $50 LittleMachineShop.com gift certificates make great gifts. Now you know exactly what to give, and you don't need to worry about whether or not it fits. If you'd like a certificate in a higher amount, order multiple certificates that add up to the amount you want, and in the Special Instructions, include a note asking us to combine them into a single certificate. (For example, if you want to give $250 to someone you really like, order five $50 certificates. Include a note and we'll issue a single certificate for the full amount.) $50.00 More products like this
	Hacksaw Frame, Heavy Duty, Starrett Starrett Closed Grip Heavy Duty High-Tension Hacksaw Frame Starrett catalog number K145 12" (300mm) frame 4-3/8" (110mm) throat depth $50.00 More products like this
	Machinist Square Set, PEC Includes 2", 3", 4" and 6" squares Made from high quality tool steel True right angles inside and outside Beams and blades are precision ground Hardened Blade $86.95 More products like this
	Machinists Jack Set Machinists jack Two extension bases Auxiliary pointed screw Inner and outer V bases 1" diameter, 1.5" to 2.3" tall $21.95 More products like this
	Micrometer, 0-1", Starrett Starrett 0-1" micrometer Starrett catalog number T230XRL Accurate to 0.0001" Thousandths are numbered on inch tools for quick and easy reading Adjustments are easy and quick $319.00 More products like this
	Pocket Level, Starrett Starrett 3.5" pocket level Starrett catalog number 135B 3.5" (88 mm) long Satin nickel plated finish $46.00 More products like this
	Safety Glasses Strong, lightweight clear polycarbonate lens with 11 degree base curve Treated with our exclusive Duramass scratch resistant and anti-fog coatings Non-slip rubber head grips and temple sleeve designed for breakaway cord Twin bridge adjustable nose piece $17.95 More products like this
	Screw Checker, Inch, PEC #1 to 5/16" thread sizes Quickly identify unified and American threads NC, NF, and NS threads Made in USA $26.95 More products like this
	Scriber with 2-3/8" Point, Starrett 1/4" diameter handle Nickel plated steel Knurled handle Hardened tip is finely tapered Tip can be revered and telescoped into handle $18.50 More products like this
	Shop Apron 5 pockets designed for metalworking tools $24.95 More products like this
	SpillMaster Container Avoid workbench spills Holds cutting fluids and lubricants Will NOT spill, even when upside down Durable polyethylene for long life Spill proof container includes applicator brush $10.95 More products like this
	Tap Wrench 3-5/8", Starrett Body length: 3-5/8" (90mm) Capacity tap size: No. 0-14 Square shank: 1/4" (6.35mm) Starrett catalog number 174 $49.00 More products like this