This is "The Original" SPOON BENDER for bending sterling silver and silverplated flatware,spoons,forks,etc.,to make beautiful SILVER and GEMSTONE BRACELETS,napkin holders,wind chimes,handles,sculpture,etc..It is heavy duty and can be hammered on with a nylon mallet,easy to use and makes a smooth,perfect bend every time.Will not scratch or mar the silver finish.It is designed to be secured in a bench vise.Will easily bend metal plate up to 12 gauge thick and 2 inches wide for metal scroll work and other bending projects.Well packaged.Have fun! I am the original designer of these benders,all others like these are counterfeit and will not work properly.Please see my other listings for a Ring Bender for making rings with spoons and an instructional DVD on "How To Make a Spoon Bracelet" with spoons. Thanks,-Bob-

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