Re: Anyone make a Bakelite handled Tamper?
Bakelite rods can still be purchased today in different wood patterns and colours
Find a woodworker and ask if they can turn it to a similar shape to your current Group Handle

Here is some info I found on the net about Bakelite http://www.nimrodplastics.com.au/product-bakelite.htm
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Find a woodworker and ask if they can turn it to a similar shape to your current Group Handle

Here is some info I found on the net about Bakelite http://www.nimrodplastics.com.au/product-bakelite.htm
Bakelite is a brand named material based on the thermosetting phenol formaldehyde resin polyoxybenzylmethylenglycolanhydride, developed in 1907–1909 by Dr. Leo Baekeland. Formed by the reaction under heat and pressure of phenol and formaldehyde, generally with a wood flour filler, it was the first plastic made from synthetic components. It was used for its nonconductive and heat-resistant properties in radio and telephone casings and electrical insulators, and was also used in diverse products such as kitchenware, jewelry, pipe stems, and toys. In 1993 Bakelite was designated a ACS National Historical Chemical Landmark in recognition of its significance as the worlds first completely synthetic plastic.




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