Description
The Narex carving mallet with brass head is designed especially for woodcarving and precise use of chisels. The key advantage of this mallet is its heavy brass striking face, which makes the blow on the chisel more effective while saving the user’s energy. Unlike lighter wooden-headed mallets, the heavy brass head does not bounce back from the blow, so the full energy of the blow is transferred efficiently to the tool.
The compact size and weight distribution of the mallet allow an ergonomic way of working. Compared with larger mallets, using this one does not need a swing of the whole arm; an effective blow is produced by a turn of the wrist alone. This makes work more precise and less tiring during long use. The handle of the mallet is made of durable, stained white beech, and the brass head is securely fixed with a safety pin.
Intended use:
This product is intended as a hand tool for woodworking, especially for striking carving chisels and other joinery chisels. It is suitable for fine joinery, sculpture and other precision woodwork that needs controlled force.
Package contents:
1 pcs Narex carving mallet with brass head.
Features:
- Heavy brass head: Makes blows more effective and saves energy.
- Does not bounce: The heavy head transfers the full impact energy to the chisel without bouncing back.
- Ergonomic use: Allows work with a light wrist movement without swinging the whole arm.
- High-quality handle: The handle is made of stained white beech (hornbeam).
- Safe construction: The brass head is secured with a fixing pin.
Technical specifications:
- Diameter of the working part (brass head): 40 mm
- Dimensions of the brass part: 40 x 52 mm
- Overall length: 170 mm
- Handle size: 36 mm x 118 mm
- Handle material: Stained white beech
- Striking head material: Brass
Instructions for use:
Use the mallet to strike the ends of wood chisels with controlled blows. Make use of the weight of the mallet and use mainly a wrist movement to produce the force. Always make sure before use that the head of the mallet is firmly fixed to the handle.
Warnings:
- Always wear safety glasses during woodworking.
- Do not strike hardened metal surfaces or tools other than chisels with the mallet, as the brass head is softer and can be damaged.
- Keep the tool out of reach of children.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ):
Why is a brass head better than a wooden head?
Brass is heavier and denser than wood. It transfers the striking force to the chisel more efficiently without the mallet bouncing back. This makes work less tiring and more precise.
Is this mallet suitable for all chisels?
It is suitable for most woodcarving and joinery chisels with a wooden or impact-resistant end.
Recycling instructions:
The product is made of wood and brass. At the end of its life, the metal part can be recycled in metal collection and the wooden part disposed of as energy waste according to local regulations.
