Bench Hook and Inking Plate A versatile, durable tool for printmakers that combines a bench hook and an inking plate to improve carving stability and ink handling. Key benefits Secure carving: The bench hook prevents forward movement and holds small linoleum or wood blocks firmly in place for safer, more precise carving. Efficient ink handling: Use the flat iron surface as an ink rolling tray or ink plate to roll out and mix ink before applying to a block or plate. Durable and stable: Made from iron for longlasting use, with a raised lip that sits easily on a desk or table and resists damage from repeated use. Compact and easy to store: Size is suitable for small print projects and fits in most studio storage spaces. Features Dual function: Serves as both a bench hook for carving and an inking plate for rolling and mixing ink. Stable lip design: Lip secures the tool on a work surface to maintain alignment while carving or inking. Smooth working surface: Ideal for rolling out brayered ink evenly before transferring to a block or plate. Robust construction: Iron material makes the plate nearly indestructible for regular studio use. Specifications Size: 23 x 18 x 2.5 cm 9.1 x 7.1 x 1.0 in Compatibility: Suitable for small wood or linoleum blocks and a wide range of printmaking tasks Material: Iron Functions: Bench hook, inking plate, ink rolling tray, flat ink table Practical use scenarios Linocut carving session: Place a small linoleum block against the bench hook lip to prevent forward slip while carving detailed lines and shapes. Ink preparation for a woodcut: Use the plate surface to roll and mix ink with a brayer, creating an even ink film before applying to the block. Small batch printing: Position the plate on your table as a compact ink station, then use the same surface to keep blocks stable during trimming or registration. This Bench Hook and Inking Plate offers a straightforward combination of stability and ink handling in a compact, durable format suited to smallscale wood and linoleum printmaking.