Fixing with rivets is easy in just a few quick steps you can achieve a tight secure and permanent bond there are many applications for rivets including fixing number plates all types of metal sheets repairing exhausts on motorbikes handles of a school bag strengthening plastic sheets or leather coverings and decorating fabrics the rapid rp10 hand riveter is designed for occasional use and is ideal for joining two pieces of thin metal plastic vinyl leather or canvas together it is also ideal for