Item NA1 - Bung Starting Mallet.
A wonderful cooper’s tool, the bung mallet in its classic form has a long
handle with a thin, shaved down neck. This provides extra whip to the head as
it is used to “start” or loosen a tightly seated bung from a cask. Rather than
being used initially to whack the bung from one side (which is intuitively what
many people thing), the mallet is directed downward against a stave next to the
bung. The vibrations set up by this hit serve to loosen the bung, so that it
can then be worked from side to side until it can be removed. This mallet has a
hickory head and handle that has been shaved to achieve the needed “whippiness.”
The faces of the mallet show peening indicative of honest use. It is a great
classic tool that makes a great conversation piece. Good+
Price - $40.00
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