Fig. 154 illustrates a molder's rammer. This should be made from hard wood, maple being one of the best for this purpose. Cheaper woods, such as beech, may be used. The sizes given in the drawing (Fig. 155) are for a rammer, suitable for use by pupils in the high school.

First, turn the piece to a cylinder; next, cut away the central portion, making the handle. Finish the ends, round all the corners, sandpaper and

Fig. 155. Molder's Rammer.

oil the entire surface. Remove the piece from the lathe, and then finish the ends (Fig. 156).

Lay out the long end, and saw and plane it to the finished shape, as shown in Fig. 154.

Fig. 156. Turning for Molder's Rammer.