Will this poke a hole in a plastic bottle cover? I'm making crafts.

The one I received couldn't Poke a hole in a piece of paper. It was manufactured without a sharp point and I had to use a bench grinder to get it sort of sharp. These aren't real expensive, I wish I had just gone to a hardware and I'm sure they would have something to puncture A bottlecap

Is this awl any good for bookbinding?

I don't know bookbinding but if you need a sharp point this is not it. It was supposed to be American made but is made in China. The quality is typical cheap Chinese made. The point is rounded - more rounded than the coarsest ball point pen.

How thick is the metal shaft?

I wouldn't really know how to measure this. This is a perfectly good awl except that mine came with extruded metal on the sharp point, a manufacturing mistake. I was able to put it in a bench grinder and get it sharp so I kept it but it doesn't seem like a very solid product to me

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🛠️ Elevate your craft with precision and style – don’t let your projects settle for less!

ERGONOMIC HARDWOOD HANDLE - Contoured and fluted for superior control and comfort during extended use.
RUST RESISTANT DURABILITY - Plated steel ferrule and cap protect against corrosion for long-lasting reliability.
TRUSTED ARTISAN ESSENTIAL - A must-have for carpenters and DIY pros who demand smarter, cleaner, and faster woodworking.
MULTI FUNCTIONAL CRAFT TOOL - Perfect for punching, scribing, perforating, and creating starter points for drilling.
PRECISION 6 INCH STEEL BLADE - Sharp, fine-pointed blade ensures accurate marking and piercing every time.

The General Tools 818 Hardwood Handle Scratch Awl combines a sharp 6-inch steel blade with a contoured hardwood handle, delivering precision and comfort for woodworking tasks. Rust-resistant components ensure durability, making it an essential tool for carpenters and artisans to mark, punch, and scribe wood efficiently.

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Manufacturer	General Tools
Part number	818
Item Weight	81.6 g
Product Dimensions	22.23 x 9.53 x 8.26 cm; 81.65 g
Item model number	818
Color	Steel
Material	Wood and Steel
Power source type	Hand Powered
Item Package Quantity	1
Blade Length	6 Inches
Grit Description	Fine
Included components	General Tools 818 Hardwood Handle Scratch Awl
Batteries Included?	No
Batteries Required?	No

General Tools818 Hardwood Handle Scratch Awl

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