This Thor hardwood mallet has a laminated cylindrical compressed wood heads (to a density of 1.3) fitted with flushed-in glass fibre hoops for extra security. The mallet has a conical self-locking handle. It has an excellent resistance to impact and will give a long service life--it is suitable for hot work applications. Typical uses for this mallet include steel plate trade, casting, schools and technical colleges, general assembly, aluminium forming, aviation etc.Thor Hammer are manufacturers of soft-faced hammers and mallets. Over 50 years" specialisation in this area enables them to provide a non-damaging striking solution for any problem where a hand tool is required. Made in England to high quality standards, their soft-faced hammers provide a safer alternative to striking with conventional steel hammers. The resilient soft striking faces shape themselves to the part being struck. Acting as shock absorbers, they spread the force of the blow uniformly, minimising inefficient rebound and damage to components. Soft-faced hammers also reduce noise pollution in the workplace. With more than 150 different hammers and mallets available, Thor offer a wide range of products to suit all applications.