Etched: Tap size and recommended drill bit size are etched on each tool for easy identification Point styles: Taper, plug, and bottoming styles are available. All Hanson taps and dies are made in USA Specifications: . Precision ground straight flutes provide rapid chip removal for efficient threading. Designed for hand threading work Taps produce a class 2B Thread 1 to 1-1/2 threads chamfered Used when threads must go to bottom of hole Ideal for all general-purpose threading. Ideal for tough threading work, routine maintenance, repair and for re-threading where high accuracy and tolerance thread is not critical