Barrel Jointer
Home Depot item: Anvil 1/2 in. and 5/8 in. Brick Concave Jointer (Model 57539, Internet #300997941)
About $9.97 at Home Depot
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Why it's on the list
Only if you're doing masonry.
From Home Depot
The 1/2 in. and 5/8 in. Brick Jointer is made of heavy gauge steel. Each end makes a different size joint, so you actually have 2 jointers in 1. It is lightweight, and easy to use.
- Two jointers in one ensures mortar is evenly packed
- Heat tempered steel for extra durability
- 9.6" in length, Variable end sizes
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Curved masonry tool for creating concave mortar joints. Common uses include finishing brick joints, block work seams, and repointing. Specialized uses: creating consistent joint profiles, matching historic mortar lines, and tuckpointing repairs.