Mini Horn Anvil with Small Base, Miniature Dapping FormingTool for Jewellery Crafts
For jewellers and metalsmiths shaping small components, this mini horn anvil provides a stable, compact work surface for forming and planishing. Its small footprint makes it an essential tool for busy benches where space is at a premium.
Key features
- Features both a tapered round horn for forming curves and a square horn for sharp bends.
- Polished steel top face provides a smooth, flat surface for planishing and riveting.
- Includes a square hardy hole and a round pritchel hole for securing small stakes or punching.
- Wide, weighted base finished in a durable blue colour offers excellent stability on the bench.
- Compact design is well-suited for detailed work on jewellery and other small-scale metal craft.
Who it's for
A core tool for bench jewellers, silversmiths, and hobbyists working with non-ferrous metals. Also suitable for model makers and craftspeople requiring a small, sturdy forming surface for delicate tasks.
Specifications
- Total Weight: 600 g (approx.)
- Overall Height: 7.5 cm (approx.)
- Anvil Length: 11 cm (approx.)
- Base Diameter: 7 cm (approx.)
- Face Width: 2 cm (approx.)
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Is this the right tool for you?
Best for
- UK bench jewellers shaping small non-ferrous metal components
- Silversmiths requiring a compact forming surface for delicate work
- Hobbyists and model makers needing a stable mini anvil for crafts
- Metalsmiths working in confined workshop spaces
Not for
- Heavy forging or shaping of large metal pieces
- Working with ferrous metals such as steel or iron
- Projects requiring a large, full-sized anvil surface
How this compares
| Mini Horn Anvil with... | Alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Size and Application | Compact and miniature, suited for detailed jewellery and small craft work | Larger, standard anvils for general metalworking tasks |
| Working Surface Finish | Polished steel top face provides a smooth, flat surface for planishing and riveting | Unfinished or roughly ground surface, potentially marking delicate work |
| Stability and Base | Wide, weighted base with durable blue finish offers excellent stability on the bench | Lightweight or narrow base, prone to movement during use |
| Forming Capabilities | Features a tapered round horn for curves, a square horn for sharp bends, plus hardy and pritchel holes | Basic block with limited shaping features |