Hi All
Sorry I am late, as i read Dave's request, I would recommend a box & pan brake, something like this;
http://www.use-enco.com/CGI/INPDFF?P...MITEM=130-5234
i have purchased both of these machines and have found them to be of very good value
as for gage thickness the 10 gage brake is best, but I have worked 5/32 with the bench top, a lot has to do with settings, one of the best "how To's" is
http://www.americanmachinetools.com/...hand_brake.htm
Have Fun!
Geo.