Osborne Rawhide Mallet #196-2 #11056 1/2 lb.

For professionals and skilled DIYers who seek precision and craftsmanship, the Rawhide Mallet #196-2 #11056 1/2 lb blends tradition with dependability for delicate shaping and forming. Featuring a lightweight rawhide head crafted from durable water buffalo rawhide and a robust white hickory handle, this non-marring mallet delivers a soft, consistent striking face perfect for leatherworking, jewelry making, metalwork, furniture assembly, and instrument repair--ideal where leaving unwanted marks is never an option. The compressed rawhide construction and hickory handle ensure shock absorption and comfort, while the 1-1/2" face offers smooth contact with leather, metal, or plastics, supporting tools with expert-level control and preventing damage even during repeated use. Easily trimmed or reshaped for a custom fit, this multi-purpose leather mallet stands up to shop and bench environments, reliably serving as a dependable crafts mallet and precise metal forming tool for restoration, custom builds, or detailed handwork.