Thor 712 Nylon Faced Glazing Hammer 1.5lb 650g

Thor 712 Nylon Faced Glazing Hammer 38mm 1.5lb — Professional uPVC Window Bead Mallet

The professional's choice for fitting uPVC window beads — clip glazing beads cleanly and confidently without risking glass breakage or frame damage.

Thor 712 Nylon Faced Glazing Hammer is the go-to mallet for uPVC double glazing installers who need a reliable, damage-free striking tool on every job. Designed specifically for clipping window beads into place, this 1.5lb glazing hammer delivers a firm, controlled blow that seats beads quickly and cleanly — without the cracked panes and scuffed frames that come from using the wrong tool. Whether you're a professional installer or a confident DIYer tackling a bead replacement job, the Thor 712 gives you the control and confidence to get it right first time.

Manufactured by Thorex Tools, the Thor 712 features nylon heads fitted with replaceable screw-in nylon faces. The nylon faces are designed to wear gradually through use rather than transfer damaging force to your frames or glass — and when they do wear out, replacement is straightforward by hand with no tools required. Backed by a 1-year manufacturer's warranty, this is a quality tool built to last through years of professional use.

Key Benefits for uPVC Window Installers and Glaziers:

• Dramatically Reduces Glass Breakages – The nylon striking faces absorb and distribute impact force safely, meaning far fewer costly cracked panes during bead fitting. On busy installations, that saving adds up fast.
• Prevents Marks on Frames and Glazing Beads – Unlike steel hammers, the soft nylon faces won't scuff, dent, or mar your uPVC profiles. Your finished job looks clean and professional every time.
• Replaceable Nylon Faces — No Downtime – The screw-in nylon faces are designed to be replaced by hand when worn. No specialist tools, no sending the hammer away — just unscrew the old face, fit the new one, and carry on working.
• Nylon Head and Handle for Total Surface Protection – With both the head and handle constructed from nylon, the Thor 712 is built to deliver controlled, non-marring strikes every time — no accidental metal contact with your frames or glass.
• Ideal Weight for Controlled Bead Fitting – At 650g (1.5lb) with a 38mm head, the Thor 712 hits the sweet spot between enough mass to seat beads with a single blow and enough control to avoid over-striking on narrow profiles.
• Versatile Across Multiple Trade Applications – Beyond glazing, the easily interchangeable head design makes the Thor 712 useful across assembly work including furniture fitting, shopfitting, partitioning, and light engineering — a genuinely multi-purpose workshop tool.
• 1-Year Manufacturer's Warranty for Peace of Mind – The Thor 712 is backed by a 1-year manufacturer's warranty, so you can buy with confidence knowing the tool is covered against defects from day one.

Product Specifications:

• Brand: Thor / Thorex Tools
• Model: Thor 712
• Head/Face Material: Nylon
• Handle Material: Nylon
• Hammerhead Diameter: 38mm
• Overall Dimensions: 300 × 108mm (L × W)
• Head Depth: 38mm
• Weight: 650g (1.5lb)
• Colour: Black and White
• Number of Pieces: 1
• Manufacturer's Warranty: 1 Year

Pro Tips:

Pro Tip: When fitting window beads, start at the centre of each bead length and work outward towards the corners rather than starting at one end. This technique reduces the risk of the bead bowing or springing out, and lets the Thor 712's nylon face seat each section flush with a single, confident tap rather than repeated strikes.

Package Contents:

• 1 × Thor 712 Nylon Faced Glazing Hammer (38mm / 650g)

Frequently Asked Questions:

Will this hammer work for fitting beads on all uPVC window frames?
Yes — the Thor 712 is designed specifically for clip-fitting uPVC double glazing window beads and is compatible with standard uPVC profiles from all major system manufacturers. The 38mm nylon face is well-suited to both narrow and wider bead profiles, giving you enough striking surface to seat beads cleanly without risk of slipping onto the frame.

How do I know when the nylon faces need replacing, and how easy is it?
The nylon faces are designed to wear gradually with use — you'll notice they begin to compress or lose their flat striking surface over time. Replacement is genuinely straightforward: the faces simply unscrew by hand and new ones thread back in without any tools. Replacement nylon faces for the Thor 712 are available separately, so the hammer itself should last for many years.

Can this hammer be used for tasks other than window beading?
Absolutely. The Thor 712's non-marring nylon faces make it well-suited to any assembly application where you need a firm blow without surface damage — including furniture fitting, shopfitting, partitioning, and light engineering work. It's a versatile addition to any tradesperson's kit.

Is this hammer suitable for a DIYer replacing their own window beads?
Yes. While the Thor 712 is a professional-grade tool, it's equally well-suited to a homeowner or competent DIYer replacing beads as part of a double glazing repair. Using the correct glazing hammer instead of a general-purpose mallet significantly reduces the risk of cracking the glass or damaging the frame — making it a worthwhile investment even for a one-off job.

Is the Thor 712 the same as other nylon-faced hammers sold online?
Not all nylon-faced hammers are equal. The Thor 712 is a professional trade-standard tool with a replaceable screw-in face design — a key advantage over budget options that use fixed faces which cannot be replaced when worn. Backed by a 1-year manufacturer's warranty, it's built to a standard that cheaper alternatives simply don't match.

Why Choose the Thor 712 Nylon Faced Glazing Hammer?

If you've ever cracked a pane or left a scuff mark on a freshly fitted frame, you'll know the real cost of using the wrong hammer. The Thor 712 exists specifically to eliminate those problems — its nylon faces protect your glass and your profiles while still delivering the firm, positive strike needed to snap beads into place cleanly. This is the hammer that professional double glazing installers reach for, and there's a reason it's been trusted in the trade for decades.

At JCP Hardware, we supply trade-quality tools and replacement parts backed by more than 30 years of experience in the window and door industry. If you need guidance on which glazing tools are right for your job, our team is happy to help.