A specialized metal spring clip attached to a rod, designed to grip the foot of a glass goblet or vessel during the final shaping process. It replaces a traditional glass punty, allowing the maker to finish the bowl without leaving a rough pontil mark on the base.
Heard on the job
Grab the gadget so I can transfer this goblet and fire-polish the rim.
Insider tip
Using a gadget speeds up production and eliminates the need to grind and polish the base after annealing.