{"product_id":"durston-1189-steel-bench-block-300x300x20mm","title":"Durston 1189 Steel Bench Block 300mm x 300mm x 20mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Durston 1189 Steel Bench Block is a professional-grade flat plate designed for serious metalsmithing and jewelry fabrication work. Weighing close to 38 lbs (17.3 kg) and measuring 11-7\/8\" x 11-7\/8\" x 3\/4\" (300mm x 300mm x 20mm), this substantial block provides an exceptionally stable and true working surface. Also known as a \u003cstrong\u003eflat plate\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eflat stake\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003eswage block\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is an essential bench tool for flattening, layout, chasing, texturing, and punch work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConstructed from tool steel that has been ground flat, polished, and hardened, this bench block delivers the rigidity and surface consistency that professional jewelers and metalsmiths demand. Use it with a mallet or hammer to flatten metal stock, or as a hard backing plate when texturing or punching sheet metal. Because any marks on the surface will transfer directly to your workpiece, keeping the surface clean and polished is important for achieving clean, professional results.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMassive 300mm x 300mm working surface provides generous room for large workpieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGround flat and polished for a true, consistent surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardened tool steel construction for durability and long service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for flattening, layout, chasing, texturing, and punch work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubstantial 38 lb (17.3 kg) mass minimizes movement and absorbs hammer impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso functions as a flat plate, flat stake, or swage block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDurston 1189\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardened tool steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300mm x 300mm x 20mm (11-7\/8\" x 11-7\/8\" x 3\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 38 lbs (17.3 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface Finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGround flat and polished\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Durston","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44029385277654,"sku":"112.328","price":268.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9832\/0342\/files\/durston-1189-steel-bench-block-300mm-x-300mm-x-20mm-otto-frei.jpg?v=1719954360","url":"https:\/\/www.ottofrei.com\/products\/durston-1189-steel-bench-block-300x300x20mm","provider":"Otto Frei","version":"1.0","type":"link"}