9 Inch Heavy Duty Large Double Ended Jewellery Making Forming Stake No 1, Hardened Steel, Synclastic and Anticlastic, Highly Polished
For UK silversmiths and holloware makers tackling raising work, this No. 1 forming stake is a foundational tool. Its double-ended profile is designed for creating both synclastic and anticlastic curves in sheet metal, making it a versatile first choice for any workshop.
Key features
- Made from hardened steel and polished to a mirror finish to prevent marking your work.
- Double-ended design provides both synclastic and anticlastic profiles on a single tool.
- Central hexagonal block ensures secure mounting in a vice or stake holder.
- Features the versatile No. 1 profile, the most essential starting point for a forming stake set.
- All stock is held in the UK, ready for same-day dispatch on orders placed before 2pm.
Who it's for
A core tool for apprentice and established silversmiths, art jewellers, and holloware makers. Also ideal for students at jewellery-making colleges building their first comprehensive tool kit, this stake is UK-stocked and available with free delivery.
Specifications
- Material: Hardened steel
- Overall Length: 9 inches (approx. 228mm)
- Profile: No. 1, double-ended
- Finish: Highly polished
Free UK delivery · Same-day dispatch before 2pm · 30-day returns
Is this the right tool for you?
Best for
- UK silversmiths forming synclastic and anticlastic curves
- Holloware makers undertaking raising work
- Jewellery students building a comprehensive tool kit
- Art jewellers shaping sheet metal
Not for
- Heavy gauge industrial metal forming
- Working with steel or iron sheet
- Fine detail work on miniature pieces
How this compares
| 9 Inch Heavy Duty... | Alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Hardened steel | Unhardened mild steel or cast iron |
| Finish | Highly polished to prevent marking | Ground or satin finish, prone to marking work |
| Profile Versatility | Double-ended, synclastic and anticlastic curves | Single-ended profile, limited curve options |
| Stock & Dispatch | UK stock, same-day dispatch | Overseas stock, longer lead times |