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Poly mallet

Leatherwork

A poly or rawhide mallet for driving stamps, punches, and snaps without damage.

Approx. cost
$15–$50
Weight
10–24 oz
Used in
1 kit

Purpose

Strike leather tools with force that won’t mushroom or mar them.

Used in kits

Alternatives

  • Rawhide mallet— Traditional feel; poly heads last longer.

Maintenance notes

  • Replace a poly head once it’s badly chewed.

Buying considerations

  • A round poly maul rotates to a fresh face as it wears.
  • Weight should match the punches you drive.

Page history & editing

Revision status: approved Last edited 2026-07-01 by human editor