Will the GrovTec GTHM286 tool damage or scratch the finish on my custom wood rifle stock during installation?

No, the tool is purpose-built to prevent marring. Its slotted head captures and cradles the swivel stud body and eyelet, elevating the driver away from the stock surface to maintain perpendicular alignment and protect your firearm's finish.

What kind of drivers or power tools are compatible with the GTHM286 shank?

The tool features a standard 1/4-inch hex shank, making it fully compatible with any standard three-jaw drill chuck, 1/4-inch magnetic bit holder, or 1/4-inch manual hand driver. You can operate it manually or via a low-RPM drill for optimal torque control.

Can I use this tool to install threaded flush-cup QD sockets as well as standard sling studs?

No, the GTHM286 is strictly designed for standard screw-in sling swivel studs like those found in Uncle Mike's style kits and is incompatible with threaded flush-cup QD sockets. For heavy-duty push button bases such as the GrovTec GTHM289, dedicated installation methods are required.

Are there any Australian electrical safety or RCM compliance requirements for this tool?

No electrical compliance or SAA/RCM certifications apply to the GTHM286. It is an entirely mechanical, non-powered hand and drill attachment tool made of heat-treated carbon steel, meaning no 240V mains regulations are involved.

Swivel Stud Tool - GrovTec GTHM286

The GrovTec Stud Installation Tool (GTHM286) is a purpose-built gunsmithing accessory designed to thread and seat standard screw-in sling swivel studs into wood, composite, or synthetic firearm stocks. Engineered to eliminate marring, slipping, and finish damage, the tool captures the swivel stud body and eyelet to maintain perpendicular alignment while torque is applied. Built in the USA from heat-treated carbon steel with a protective black oxide finish, it provides a secure mechanical interface for manual or drill-assisted stud installation.

Key Features

Non-Marring Driver Head: Specifically slotted to cradle the swivel stud body and eyelet, elevating driver edges away from the stock surface to prevent scratching and slipping during rotation.
Standard Drive Interface: Features an integrated 1/4-inch hex shank that fits standard 1/4-inch magnetic bit holders, manual hand drivers, and standard three-jaw drill chucks.
Heat-Treated Steel Construction: Manufactured from carbon steel with a black oxide finish to resist corrosion and withstand installation torque across dense wood, laminate, and composite stocks.
Mechanical Operation: Fully unpowered accessory bit weighing approximately 0.15 lbs (68 g), requiring no external power or electrical standards compliance for operation.

Product Specifications

Brand: GrovTec US, Inc.
Model: GTHM286
Material: Heat-treated carbon steel
Finish: Rust-resistant black oxide
Shank Size: 1/4-inch hex base
Weight: Approximately 0.15 lbs (68 g)
Stock Material Compatibility: Wood, laminate, synthetic, and composite rifle and shotgun stocks
Stud Compatibility: Standard screw-in sling swivel studs (wood screw and machine screw styles)
Country of Origin: USA

Who is the GrovTec Stud Installation Tool for?

Firearm stock customisers and home gunsmiths — Installs standard sling swivel studs without marring stock finishes by utilising a durable heat-treated carbon steel slotted head that captures the stud securely during rotation.
Hunters and shooters mounting aftermarket slings or bipods — Drives screw-in studs into wood or synthetic stocks using an integrated 1/4-inch hex shank that connects directly to common bit holders, hand drivers, or variable-speed drill chucks.

Less suitable for: Firearm owners installing flush-fit hardware; this sling swivel stud installation tool cannot drive threaded flush-cup QD sockets, which require dedicated push-button QD socket installation tools, taps, or hex drivers.

SKU	GT40833LP
Model #	GTHM286
Brand	Grovetec
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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