Bead Shaping / Mandrel Rest Paddle
A simple bench essential that does double duty: shape cleaner beads faster and keep your mandrel steady while you work.
Item Name:
Bead Shaping / Mandrel Rest Paddle
SKU:
850-514
Description:
This bead shaping paddle is a hand tool built with a flat paddle face and a wooden handle for comfortable control at the torch. The paddle face includes a centered groove that supports a mandrel while you work. It is designed to give you a stable surface for shaping and smoothing hot glass, helping you refine bead profiles, flatten sides, and true up edges without fighting wobble.
How it is used:
Use this tool at the bench as both a shaping paddle and a mandrel rest. While the bead is still warm and workable, gently press or roll the bead against the paddle face to smooth and even out the surface. Set the mandrel into the groove to steady your hand during decoration, spot heating, or when checking symmetry. This is especially useful for consistent rounds, barrels, and tab-style beads where control and repeatability matter.
Dimensions:
- Paddle face is 4" x 2"
- Center groove is 1 1/8" long
- 3/8" wide
- Overall length is 12"
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