Synclastic & Anticlastic Forming Stake No 6 — Double Ended Hardened Steel, Polished, 9 Inch

Raising holloware means moving between synclastic and anticlastic curves, and this double-ended No. 6 stake provides both families of profile on one 9-inch tool. Its medium-radius forms suit vessels, hollow forms and sculptural work in non-ferrous sheet.

The stake is machined from hardened steel and polished to a high sheen, so the tool itself never prints marks into precious metal. The central hexagonal shank seats securely in a bench vice without rotating under sustained hammer work, keeping the forming surface exactly where you set it.

• Double-ended design offers multiple synclastic and anticlastic forming surfaces.
• Machined from hardened steel and polished to a high sheen to prevent marking precious metals.
• Central hexagonal shank provides a secure, non-slip grip in a bench vice.
• The No. 6 profile is ideal for creating medium-radius curves in holloware and jewellery.
• All our tools are UK-stocked for immediate availability.

Who it's for

An essential tool for UK silversmiths, artisan jewellers, and metalsmiths engaged in raising and forming holloware. Also suitable for armourers and restorers working with non-ferrous sheet metal who require a reliable forming stake.

Specifications

Material: Hardened steel
Profile: No. 6
Overall Length: 9 inches (approx. 228mm)
Shank Profile: Hexagonal

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