{"product_id":"german-red-brown-pitch-chasing-repousse-2kg-tub","title":"German Red Pitch -2 Kilo (4.4 lb) Tub","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerman Brown Pitch\u003c\/strong\u003e—also known as \u003cstrong\u003eGerman Red Pitch\u003c\/strong\u003e—is a natural pine-based chasing and repoussé pitch favored for its balance of grip, hardness, and low working temperature. Imported from Germany, it blends \u003cstrong\u003epine resin\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epowdered brick\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003etallow\u003c\/strong\u003e to hold work securely while you hammer, punch, and chisel. This is the same pitch supplied in pitch bowl kits and a long-time bestseller with professional metalsmiths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural formulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pine resin for tack, mineral filler for body, tallow for elasticity—great feel at the bench.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure hold, clean release:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent adhesion when cool; softens evenly when warmed for easy positioning and removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for general chasing, light forming, and planishing support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrusted by pros:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used daily by noted chasing artists and included with pitch bowl kits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePackage Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 kg (4.4 lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePackage Format\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTub\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComposition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural pine resin, powdered brick, tallow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAlso Known As\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGerman Red Pitch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermany\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\u003eOne 2 kg (4.4 lb) tub of German Brown \/ Red Pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is a natural product; minor batch-to-batch variation in color and firmness is normal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical working approach: gently warm to shape and support, cool to work, warm again to release.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo use: warm pitch in a suitable bowl until pliable, seat your work while soft, allow to cool fully before chasing. Re-warm slightly to remove the piece and wipe residues while warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a hair dryer or heat gun at a safe distance; avoid overheating to the point of bubbling. Always wear safety glasses when working with hot pitch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA good pitch should grip when cool, soften evenly, and not shatter under blows—qualities associated with traditional pine-resin pitches. For an in-depth discussion, see Charles Lewton-Brain's review at \u003cem\u003eSilversmithing.com\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly referenced titles for chasing and repoussé technique: \u003cem\u003eMoving Metal\u003c\/em\u003e (Adolph Steines); \u003cem\u003eChasing \u0026amp; Repoussé\u003c\/em\u003e (Nancy Megan Corwin).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Otto Frei","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43581341139158,"sku":"125.389","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9832\/0342\/files\/german-red-pitch-2-kilo-4-4-lb-tub-otto-frei.jpg?v=1719957586","url":"https:\/\/www.ottofrei.com\/products\/german-red-brown-pitch-chasing-repousse-2kg-tub","provider":"Otto Frei","version":"1.0","type":"link"}