I attempted the first one by hand trying to go slow and go clockwise until the pressure increased and then counter clockwise to clear the cutter and then clockwise again. I used cutting fluid, but the tap still broke in the SS standoff and I am sure I will not get the broken piece out. Need to purchase another 2-56 tap and I have three more standoffs left in an effort to get two good threaded ones. I can only damage one of them. What is the best method/process to thread SS standoffs and the best type of tap? I purchased the .140 sized standoffs (STDOFB) with an inside diameter drilled for threading 2-56 threads per the KnifeKits site. Please help with a detailed process of how it can be done with success. Thanks in advance.