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Penn State Industries Customer Reviews

Penn State Industries holds a 9.5/10 overall rating based on 2,326 verified post-delivery reviews on Bizrate.

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Penn State Industries is a woodworking supply store in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Penn State Industries focused on providing the best value, service, and support in the wholesale business and garnered a loyal following as a trusted and reputable manufacturer. Penn State Industries expanded its operation into the woodworking business through a mail-order woodworking division.

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Post-Delivery Feedback - 2,326 Reviews

Overall Satisfaction:

9.5out of 10

Would Shop Here Again:

9.6out of 10

Likelihood To Recommend:

9.6out of 10

Overall
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Positive

88%90%
Neutral rating icon

Neutral

9%8%
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Negative

3%2%

On-Time Delivery

Satisfaction with order arrival relative to expected order receipt date

9.6 out of 10

Order Tracking

Satisfaction with the ability to track the order

9.5 out of 10

Product Met Expectations

Correct product was delivered, is of the expected quality, and works as described/depicted

9.6 out of 10

Customer Support

Satisfaction with assisted or self-service help

9.4 out of 10

Product Availability

How easily were you able to find the product you were looking for

9.5 out of 10

Returns Process

Satisfaction with the returns process

8.7 out of 10

Site Experience Feedback - 6,331 Reviews

Overall Satisfaction:

9.5out of 10

Would Shop Here Again:

9.6out of 10

Likelihood To Recommend:

9.6out of 10

Overall
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Past 3
Months
Past
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Positive rating icon

Positive

87%86%
Neutral rating icon

Neutral

11%12%
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Negative

2%1%

Ease of Finding What You Are Looking For

How easily were you able to find the product you were looking for

9.1 out of 10

Design of Site

Satisfaction with the look and design of the site

9.2 out of 10

Satisfaction With Checkout

Satisfaction with the checkout process

9.5 out of 10

Product Selection

Satisfaction with the breadth of products available on the site

9.3 out of 10

Clarity of Product Information

How clear and understandable was the product information

9.4 out of 10

Charges Stated Clearly

Total purchase amount (including shipping, handling and discounts) displayed before order submission

9.4 out of 10

Prices Relative to Other Online Retailers

Comparison of prices relative to other websites selling similar products

8.9 out of 10

Shipping Charges

Satisfaction with shipping charges

7.5 out of 10

Variety of Shipping Options

Desired shipping options were available

9 out of 10

Recent Reviews for Penn State Industries

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  • Edward

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    Good ability to view product the photos and specifications. Great selection of pen turning products There were a few products that were out of stock and the "Notify Me" functionality did not appear to be working

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Linda

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    I finish my pens with polymer clay and I wish your still sold more of the polyclay canes. My favorite was the butterfly cane. I spoke with a new emplyee at penn state industries but she wasn't able to help me and asked that I call back. She was friendly and apologetic.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Dr C

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    I knew exactly what I wanted and the keyword search made it easy to find.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Jimh

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    Glad to find a new lighthouse pen. Ordered one to see how it looks.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Irene T

    Post-Delivery Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    I was concerned that I would not be able to find the right sized erasers for my mechanical pencil until I found Penn State Industries. The product’s description was spot on. The erasers are a perfect fit and are a fantastic value. I have no problem highly recommending this company and their products.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: N/A
    • On Time Delivery: 10
    • Customer Support: N/A
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  • Mac

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    It has been several years since I have ordered any kits, trying to start up my turning again

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Mardy

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    shopping as usual

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Kenjr

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    By esy site to oe from.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Scott B.

    Post-Delivery Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    Ive ordered lots of items from Penn State Industries. I really like the products and the instructions that come along with them.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
    • On Time Delivery: 10
    • Customer Support: 10
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  • Daisy

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    Everything was smooth

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Online Shopper

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    It was great, and I think I'll be getting the exact refills for my mini-pen...

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Online Shopper

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    Great

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Dr. Paul

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    Easy to navigate. Found what I wanted. Appreciate the opportunity to apply discount and dollars off to order.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Lee

    Post-Delivery Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    The order experience was great except for one area, When I place the order, I put special instructions for delivery of the item to be put on the inside of a chain link fence since I live in a rural area, and the instructions was to keep the order safer than just leaning up against the outside of the fence, However the instructions were not followed and no where on the package were the instructions listed..

    • Overall Rating: 7
    • Would Shop Here Again: 8
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 9
    • On Time Delivery: 9
    • Customer Support: 2
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  • Skipper

    Post-Delivery Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    Although a little expensive compared to last year (change from $50 to $70), the product is consistently good

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
    • On Time Delivery: 10
    • Customer Support: N/A
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  • Dave

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    I purchased these items for our nonprofit. We are turning custom ink pens for an October 28, 2026 event, where we will do live pen turning demonstrations, and give a custom ink pen to Active, Denver Colorado first responders that show up to watch the live pen turning demonstrations.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Marine

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    Love their products

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Papa

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    I love pen state & will order from them again

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • BC

    Post-Delivery Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    I was looking for a particular light for my lathe. A friend recommended Penn and a quick search on their site brought up exactly what I wanted. The price was competitive. Delivery was quick with the light system well packed.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
    • On Time Delivery: 10
    • Customer Support: N/A
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  • Yobbo

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 16, 2026

    Another excellent experience. The chat I started was great. My questions were answered. The order was placed quickly and without any problems.

    • Overall Rating: 8
    • Would Shop Here Again: 9
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 9
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  • JerryH

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 15, 2026

    Good material, great customer, good shipping cost. I wish you all could do a deputy sheriff pen. You have police but need deputy pen kits

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Online Shopper

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 15, 2026

    You have good quality products with a variety of selections.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Poppabear

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 15, 2026

    Vary please with all products that I have purchased.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Andy

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 15, 2026

    Should be less pop ups while trying to do a search for a product.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • D.J. Meisinger II

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 15, 2026

    I have seen the website change over the years, I will say that some changes are better with the exception on some of your products pages when it comes to the details, in some of the project and pen blanks it does not tell the additional details of the pen blanks like additional details of the bushings until you get into the assembly instructions that I think will be helpful when checking out the purchasing of the kits. You guys do an awesome job and I have enjoyed working with you over the years.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • TomB

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 15, 2026

    A great selection of pen turning kits and supplies. There is something there for everyone. I have bought kits and supplies from Penn State for several years.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Al

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 15, 2026

    In previous orders I used to receive a current catalogue with my shipment, but not on the last 2 orders. I have tried by phone and e-mail to get a current catalogue but because I live north of your border you will not send one. If you cannot or will not include one with this order please cancel my order, return my Visa payment and remove my info from your records.

    • Overall Rating: 9
    • Would Shop Here Again: 9
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 9
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  • Coach Mag

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 15, 2026

    We found some great specials today in our email that said 20% off. But I did not see a code ..but i like your products for my students so I bought anyway. Go Eagles Coach Mag

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 9
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  • TPinCDA

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 15, 2026

    I’m always looking for sales, so nice to be able to purchase [more] items when they come on sale.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 8
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Online Shopper

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 15, 2026

    wide variety of products, but the website is a bit cluttered. organization of some categories is confusing. e.g sander is listed as a lathe accessory

    • Overall Rating: 7
    • Would Shop Here Again: 9
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 9
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  • Jake

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 15, 2026

    Nice selection of pens.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Grampy

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 15, 2026

    Enjoyable. your staff member was extremely helpful

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Gene

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 15, 2026

    PK-BOX4 was in print catalog as well as the online catalog but had been discontinued. Instead of not allowing me to select the item to put in my shopping cart, it would have been better to have flagged the item as discontinued. It would have saved me a lot of time and a phone call to your Customer Service desk.

    • Overall Rating: 9
    • Would Shop Here Again: 9
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 9
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  • Leaf&Limb

    Post-Delivery Feedback

    Jul 15, 2026

    Penn State has a great selection of project kits for turning. As someone that sells at farmers markets, I'm always trying to add new, unusual products to my booth and Penn State has got me covered. Our customers come back again and again because there's always something in the booth that they haven't seen before. In this order, I purchased things that I have never purchased in my 7+ years of ordering from them and I'm excited to see the reactions of my customers. The quality is fantastic and the prices are reasonable, allowing me to keep my prices low and generating more sales for me.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
    • On Time Delivery: 10
    • Customer Support: 10
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  • Rich

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 15, 2026

    Penn State always has great products and great prices. I always shop with Penn State for my woodturning needs!

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Sarge

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 14, 2026

    I always enjoy the catalog over online. Your website is ok, but small for older customers.

    • Overall Rating: 9
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Shannon

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 14, 2026

    I’ve been buying from Penn State for over 10 years. Always satisfied

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Ray

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 14, 2026

    The website is great and no doubt easy to navigate on a computer. However I typically shop from my phone and the page transitions or graphics occasionally lag or are out of frame.

    • Overall Rating: 9
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 9
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  • Randi

    Post-Delivery Feedback

    Jul 14, 2026

    I love the quality of the products.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: N/A
    • On Time Delivery: 9
    • Customer Support: N/A
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  • Ferd

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 14, 2026

    I tried to use some of my "Rewards" but it did Not give that option

    • Overall Rating: 8
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Twistedfisher

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 14, 2026

    Penn State Industries has unique pen making products all in one place. If you can’t find what you need by browsing, their search function is very easy to use and will give you just what you’re searching for.

    • Overall Rating: 8
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 9
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  • Chris G

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 14, 2026

    I've been meaning to get some more project kits, and figured this was a good time due to the 20% off sale.

    • Overall Rating: 9
    • Would Shop Here Again: 9
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 9
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  • Woodturner27

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 14, 2026

    Good

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Mike

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 14, 2026

    Had problems at checkout customer service was very helpful

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Loveimoe

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 14, 2026

    Always get exactly what I ordered at a decent price and timely manner

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • George

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 14, 2026

    When ordering more than one item it's trouble to keep going back to the beginning for every line item.

    • Overall Rating: 7
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • Music man

    Post-Delivery Feedback

    Jul 14, 2026

    I am new to this hobby and the order was on time.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
    • On Time Delivery: 10
    • Customer Support: N/A
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  • Online Shopper

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 14, 2026

    The website is good if you have the specific item code number from the catalog.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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  • JDL

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 14, 2026

    Direct and easy

    • Overall Rating: 7
    • Would Shop Here Again: 7
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 7
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  • Andy

    Site Experience Feedback

    Jul 14, 2026

    Experience with the site went well, no issues finding what I needed.

    • Overall Rating: 10
    • Would Shop Here Again: 10
    • Likelihood To Recommend: 10
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