{"product_id":"natural-black-german-pine-pitch-2kg","title":"German Natural Pine Based Black Pitch 2 Kilo (4.4 lb) Tub","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Black German Pine Pitch\u003c\/strong\u003e is a harder, higher-working-temperature variant of traditional pine-resin pitch — ideal when you need an extra-firm hold for \u003cstrong\u003eplanishing, flat chasing, chiseling,\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eengraving\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike asphaltum\/bitumen mixes, this is a \u003cstrong\u003enatural pine-based\u003c\/strong\u003e formulation with excellent adhesion, clean release, and even softening when warmed. Sold in a \u003cstrong\u003e2 kg (4.4 lb)\u003c\/strong\u003e tub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarder set than German Red Pitch:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides more rigid support for planishing and flat work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlightly higher softening temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e than red pitch, yet still workable with bench-friendly heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural pine-based formulation\u003c\/strong\u003e — not the smelly, tar-like asphaltum many shops avoid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenerous 2 kg (4.4 lb) tub\u003c\/strong\u003e sized for professional shop use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace pitch in a suitable pitch bowl and \u003cstrong\u003ewarm gently\u003c\/strong\u003e (typically 250–300 °F via oven or heat gun) until pliable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeat your work in the softened pitch and allow to cool until firm before striking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo remove, re-warm slightly and lift the piece; wipe residues while warm and finish clean-up per your studio practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural pine-based chasing and repoussé pitch (black)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHarder than German Red Pitch when set\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWorking Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlightly higher than red pitch; softens evenly with gentle heat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePackage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 kg (4.4 lb) tub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest For\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanishing, flat chasing, chiseling, engraving, light forming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Black German Pine Pitch — 2 kg (4.4 lb) tub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAs a natural product, minor batch-to-batch variations in color and firmness are normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor deeper forming and more general work, many metalsmiths keep a medium red pitch alongside this harder black pitch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-made pine pitches should grip when cool and soften evenly — avoid overheating to the point of bubbling or smoking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways wear eye and hand protection when working with hot pitch and ensure adequate ventilation in your workspace.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Otto Frei","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43581341958358,"sku":"125.392","price":114.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9832\/0342\/files\/german-natural-pine-based-black-pitch-2-kilo-4-4-lb-tub-otto-frei.jpg?v=1719957586","url":"https:\/\/www.ottofrei.com\/ja\/products\/natural-black-german-pine-pitch-2kg","provider":"Otto Frei","version":"1.0","type":"link"}