Practical purpose: A handheld copper-foil stamping tool designed for stained-glass work. It protects your fingers from glass cuts while applying foil and makes the foiling step faster and neater. Clean, precise application: The manual hot-stamping unit presses copper foil evenly onto the glass edge so the foil stays centered and adheres smoothly. This reduces wrinkling, uneven overlap, and time spent reworking pieces. Centering guide and dispenser compatibility: An integrated guide groove keeps the copper foil aligned in the middle of the glass piece. Use it with a copper-foil dispenser to prevent the foil from rolling and to maintain consistent placement. Size and compatibility: Built for standard 7/8 inch (1.3 cm) copper foil tape. Designed specifically for that tape width—no guessing or trimming required. Durable construction and performance: Includes a stainless steel roller that speeds up adhesion and produces a smooth, even foil edge. The manual hot-stamping action gives reliable results without complicated setup. Use scenarios: Stained-glass assembly: Quickly and consistently wrap the edges of cut glass pieces before soldering, improving joint quality and reducing finger injuries. Lamp and ornament repair or creation: Apply foil cleanly to curved and flat pieces when restoring Tiffany-style lamps or crafting glass ornaments. Classroom or hobby workshops: Enables students and hobbyists to foil multiple pieces with uniform results, saving time and minimizing waste. How it helps you: Prevents finger cuts and protects hands during repetitive foiling. Produces a centered, even foil application to improve final solder lines. Cuts rework time by smoothing and firmly adhering foil on first pass. What’s included/important to know: Manual hot-stamping tool compatible with 7/8 in (1.3 cm) copper foil tape. Stainless steel roller for faster adhesion and a smooth edge. Works best when paired with a copper-foil dispenser to prevent rolling. No extra setup is required beyond feeding your 7/8 in (1.3 cm) copper foil and rolling along the glass edge.