The Carbatec Carpenter's mallet is a tool used primarily for driving chisels, shaping wood, or striking other tools without damaging them. Unlike a regular hammer, which has a hard steel head, the carpenter's mallet has a softer head made of wood. This allows it to deliver force while reducing the risk of damaging surfaces or tools. Typical uses are tapping pieces of wood into place, adjusting joints, or striking other tools like mortise chisels.