The Bloom Forge 5/16" Wood Handle (WH) Stud Punch is a professional-grade farrier tool constructed from premium H-13 tool steel. It features a robust 14.5-inch wooden handle and is specifically engineered to punch a clean 5/16-inch diameter hole in creased or concave horseshoes. This creates the necessary shoulder required for safely and cleanly tapping stud holes, allowing for a standard 3/8-inch tap