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A rapping iron is used to compress down the weave as you work and enable you to create a level weave. Also known as a hand iron.
Use between the stakes, side on, pointing into the basket (so as not to damage the facing weave)
The commander (the ring on the top) does provide a handy hanging loop, but its primary use is to assist you in straightening kinky stakes for square work, corners, etc.
The majority of basket makers use a 500g rapping iron. A 1kg rapping iron is more suited to being used when weaving hurdles or larger baskets.
Tools are handcrafted, and some variation in appearance and size may occur.
Rapping Irons are available in :
