| − | A '''mallet''' is a specialised [[hammer]] with a short handle and large head. Mallets can be made from a variety of materials, including rubber, wood and metal, and are generally used for more specific tasks than a general-purpose hammer.<ref>http://www3.hants.gov.uk/community-history/social-history-collections/hand-tools-history.htm</ref> | + | A '''mallet''' is a specialized [[hammer]] with a short handle and large head. Mallets can be made from a variety of materials, including rubber, wood and metal, and are generally used for more specific tasks than a general-purpose hammer.<ref>http://www3.hants.gov.uk/community-history/social-history-collections/hand-tools-history.htm</ref> However, some such as certain rubber mallets are used for general purpose tasks, as well. |