{"product_id":"nechamkin-pitch-bowl-kit-5in-deep-bowl-green-pitch-pad","title":"Nechamkin Pitch Bowl Kit with 5\" Deep Bowl, Nechamkin Green Pitch \u0026 Pitch Pad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete chasing and repoussé starter kit.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Nechamkin Pitch Bowl Kit brings together three essential tools in one package: a \u003cstrong\u003ecast iron pitch bowl\u003c\/strong\u003e, a \u003cstrong\u003erubber pitch pad\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e5 lb of Nechamkin Medium Green Pitch\u003c\/strong\u003e. Everything a metalsmith needs to begin chasing, repoussé, and light planishing work is included — no separate sourcing required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNechamkin Medium Green Pitch is an organic \u003cstrong\u003epine rosin–based\u003c\/strong\u003e pitch made in the USA. It grips firmly when cool and softens evenly when warmed, making it well suited to both deeper repoussé work and crisper, more controlled chasing. Keep the pitch slightly warmer for deeper forming passes; allow it to cool to a firmer consistency for detail chasing and light planishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete ready-to-work kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matched bowl, pad, and pitch included — no guesswork on compatibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCast iron bowl:\u003c\/strong\u003e Durable material that retains and distributes heat evenly for consistent pitch softening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRubber pitch pad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stabilizes the bowl during work and protects the bench surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural pine rosin pitch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic base grips securely when cool and softens through the mass (not just at the surface) when heated — never asphaltum-based.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTunable working hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmer pitch supports deeper repoussé; cooler pitch provides firmer resistance for chasing detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in USA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nechamkin Medium Green Pitch is a domestic product; minor batch-to-batch variation in color and firmness is normal for a natural material.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePitch Bowl Outside Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-1\/2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePitch Bowl Inside Depth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-1\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRubber Pad Outside Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRubber Pad Inside Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3-1\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePitch Quantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePitch Base\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrganic pine rosin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePitch Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBowl Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCast iron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKey Details\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125.401\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCast Iron Pitch Bowl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutside Ø 4-1\/2\"; Inside depth 2-1\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125.456\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRubber Pad for Pitch Bowls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutside Ø 5\"; Inside Ø 3-1\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e125.288\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNechamkin Medium Green Pitch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 lb, organic pine rosin–based\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor added stability and pitch conservation, many smiths weight the bowl base with concrete before first use. Before the concrete sets, press finger depressions into it so the pitch can key in securely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreak pitch into small chunks and warm gradually. A 250–300 °F oven produces even softening; a hot-air gun also works — keep heat moving to avoid hotspots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm pitch until the surface is pliable, seat the workpiece, and allow it to cool until firm before striking. To release, re-warm slightly and lift the piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever heat pitch to the point of bubbling or smoking. 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