Reeds 'n Stuff/Bassoon/Reed Making Supplies/Mandrels products

Interchangeable Holding Mandrel 7.17 €

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 04:57:45 +0200

Elegantly flexible

Our modular mandrel system offers full flexibility with an elegant, space-saving design. The interchangeable mandrels match our standard ones but include added benefits. Multiple handle styles with a shared vice grip insert let you use them like any other mandrel. After forming, the mandrels can be placed directly into the wood drying board base – keeping the reed on the mandrel throughout for optimal control of the tube’s shape.

You can use multiple mandrel types with a single handle, minimizing clutter. Our ejector ring is fully compatible – simply attach it, and slide it off either end once the mandrel is removed from the handle.

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Interchangeable Holding Mandrel 7.17 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Elegantly flexible

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Interchangeable Forming Mandrel 7.17 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Our Forming Mandrels

- Standard
  
  The classic forming mandrel. The forming mandrel is 2.3 mm wide at the tip and has a two-part progression towards the back to allow the reeds to be gently opened from the inside.
  
  Ideal for smaller shapes and those who prefer reeds which are less round in the area of the first two wires.
- PLUS
  
  For those who prefer a more rounded throat we have developed, together with Prof. David Petersen, the forming mandrel PLUS. The tip is 3.2 mm wide, which helps give reeds a larger and rounder throat opening.
  
  Ideal for wider shapes and those who prefer a larger inner cavity in the their reeds.

Elegantly flexible

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Interchangeable Mandrel PLUS 7.17 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Our Forming Mandrels

- Standard
  
  The classic forming mandrel. The forming mandrel is 2.3 mm wide at the tip and has a two-part progression towards the back to allow the reeds to be gently opened from the inside.
  
  Ideal for smaller shapes and those who prefer reeds which are less round in the area of the first two wires.
- PLUS
  
  For those who prefer a more rounded throat we have developed, together with Prof. David Petersen, the forming mandrel PLUS. The tip is 3.2 mm wide, which helps give reeds a larger and rounder throat opening.
  
  Ideal for wider shapes and those who prefer a larger inner cavity in the their reeds.

Elegantly flexible

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Interchangeable Forming Mandrel 7.35 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Identical to the forming mandrel for contrabassoon, this interchangeable forming mandrel can be used with our handle and drying board. This allows the reed to be supported while drying, which optimizes the form of the tube.

Elegantly flexible

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Interchangeable Forming Mandrel US 7.17 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Inspired by a Master

This forming mandrel is inspired by the forming mandrels designed by Don Christlieb. This new version, similar to the original design, pairs perfectly with the Herzberg shape but works equally well with most shapes.

The mandrel includes several engraved lines: one which marks a recommended position for forming the tube, and one which marks a recommended position after beveling. The mandrel has also been extended to include a third line for contrabassoon reeds.

Elegantly flexible

You can use multiple mandrel types with a single handle, minimizing clutter.

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Interchangeable Tip Opener HANNEVOLD 7.17 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Back to Beginnings

This mandrel is designed to return the tip opening to its original dimensions. It was created in cooperation with Per Hannevold and his teacher Harold Goltzer.

- Reeds often lose their inner curvature, becoming flatter and closing down over time.
- This mandrel works by bypassing the tube and opening the space between the blades of the reed from the inside.
- This allows you to open up the inside of the reed again without the need for drastic adjustments with pliers.

Elegantly flexible

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Ejector Ring 14.44 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Eject

The ejector ring for bassoon reeds is used to easily detach the reed from the mandrel after the wire has been fixed. In addition, by using an ejector ring you avoid twisting the reed when pulling it off the mandrel, which would otherwise lead to undesired blade slippage.

Due to it's unique design, the ejector ring can be set to any desired position on the mandrel.

The ejector ring fits on all mandrels with a maximum diameter of 6 mm, and can also be used as a depth stop on our spiral-fluted and diamond-coated reamers.
We also have a model of the Ejector Ring for Contrabassoon Mandrels.

- Use the Ejector Ring as a depth stop, so that your reeds are always formed the same way and you do not have to remember how far above or below the line you form your reeds.
- Turn the silver portion of the Ejector Ring to begin pushing your reed off the mandrel.
- Using the Ejector Ring allows you to easily remove the reed without twisting the tube and causing blade slippage.
- Using the included hex key you can adjust the position of the Ejector Ring to any position on the forming mandrel you desire.
- The Ejector Ring can also be used as a depth stop on the spiral reamer, allowing for a consistent final diameter when reaming the inside of the tube.
- Similarly, the Ejector Ring can be used as a depth stop on the diamond reamer, providing consistency from reed to reed.

Ejector Ring 16.68 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Eject

The ejector ring for contrabassoon reeds is used to easily detach the reed from the mandrel after the wire has been fixed. In addition, by using an ejector ring you avoid twisting the reed when pulling it off the mandrel, which would otherwise lead to undesired blade slippage.

Due to it's unique design, the ejector ring can be set to any desired position on the mandrel.

The ejector ring fits on all mandrels with a maximum diameter of 6.5 mm, and can also be used as a depth stop on spiral-fluted and diamond-coated reamers.

- Use the Ejector Ring as a depth stop, so that your reeds are always formed the same way and you do not have to remember how far above or below the line you form your reeds.
- Turn the silver portion of the Ejector Ring to begin pushing your reed off the mandrel.
- Using the Ejector Ring allows you to easily remove the reed without twisting the tube and causing blade slippage.
- Using the included hex key you can adjust the position of the Ejector Ring to any position on the forming mandrel you desire.
- The Ejector Ring can also be used as a depth stop on the spiral reamer, allowing for a consistent final diameter when reaming the inside of the tube.
- Similarly, the Ejector Ring can be used as a depth stop on the diamond reamer, providing consistency from reed to reed.

Handle 21.62 €

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 04:57:45 +0200

Elegantly flexible

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Handle COMPACT 21.62 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Compact

Our compact series of mandrels is exactly the same as our full size mandrels, but with a smaller handle.

This smaller handle is designed for musicians who travel a lot, have smaller hands, or are just looking for a smaller handle on their reed making tools. It offers space savings while still providing enough handle to have a solid grip on the tool.

Elegantly flexible

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Handle ERGO 25.59 €

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:03:09 +0200

No More Squeeze, Please

Say goodbye to cramped hands and hello to effortless reed making with our all-new Handle ERGO for interchangeable mandrels.

Designed with a larger, spherical shape, the ERGO fits naturally in your palm, reducing strain and the need to squeeze. That means less tension on your hands and tendons, and more comfort during those long, focused hours at the reed making desk.

Available in two sizes for increased comfort.

Elegantly flexible

Our modular mandrel system now also includes our reamers.

Holding Mandrel 27.93 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Safe and Secure

This holding mandrel allows you to have full control of both the reed and your tools during the finishing process.

Designed to hold your reeds and still allow ample space for a plaque, the holding mandrel gives you ultimate control of your work while keeping your fingers at a safe distance from any knives you may be using.

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Holding Mandrel COMPACT 27.93 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Compact

Our compact series of mandrels is exactly the same as our full size mandrels, but with a smaller handle.

Safe and Secure

This compact holding mandrel allows you to have full control of both the reed and your tools during the finishing process.

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Forming Mandrel from 25.49 €

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:03:08 +0200

Our Forming Mandrels

- Standard
  
  The classic forming mandrel. The forming mandrel is 2.3 mm wide at the tip and has a two-part progression towards the back to allow the reeds to be gently opened from the inside.
  
  Ideal for smaller shapes and those who prefer reeds which are less round in the area of the first two wires.
- PLUS
  
  For those who prefer a more rounded throat we have developed, together with Prof. David Petersen, the forming mandrel PLUS. The tip is 3.2 mm wide, which helps give reeds a larger and rounder throat opening.
  
  Ideal for wider shapes and those who prefer a larger inner cavity in the their reeds.

Harmony

Our forming mandrels and reamers are designed to harmonize with one another.
Their parabolic design allows for a smooth airflow and solid seat on the bocal.

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Forming Mandrel PLUS from 25.49 €

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:03:08 +0200

Our Forming Mandrels

- Standard
  
  The classic forming mandrel. The forming mandrel is 2.3 mm wide at the tip and has a two-part progression towards the back to allow the reeds to be gently opened from the inside.
  
  Ideal for smaller shapes and those who prefer reeds which are less round in the area of the first two wires.
- PLUS
  
  For those who prefer a more rounded throat we have developed, together with Prof. David Petersen, the forming mandrel PLUS. The tip is 3.2 mm wide, which helps give reeds a larger and rounder throat opening.
  
  Ideal for wider shapes and those who prefer a larger inner cavity in the their reeds.

Harmony

Our forming mandrels and reamers are designed to harmonize with one another.
Their parabolic design allows for a smooth airflow and solid seat on the bocal.

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Forming Mandrel COMPACT from 25.49 €

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:03:09 +0200

Compact

Our compact series of mandrels is exactly the same as our full size mandrels, but with a smaller handle.

Our Forming Mandrels

- Standard
  
  The classic forming mandrel. The forming mandrel is 2.3 mm wide at the tip and has a two-part progression towards the back to allow the reeds to be gently opened from the inside.
  
  Ideal for smaller shapes and those who prefer reeds which are less round in the area of the first two wires.
- PLUS
  
  For those who prefer a more rounded throat we have developed, together with Prof. David Petersen, the forming mandrel PLUS. The tip is 3.2 mm wide, which helps give reeds a larger and rounder throat opening.
  
  Ideal for wider shapes and those who prefer a larger inner cavity in the their reeds.

Harmony

Our compact forming mandrels and reamers are designed to harmonize with one another.
Their parabolic design allows for a smooth airflow and solid seat on the bocal.

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Forming Mandrel COMPACT PLUS from 25.49 €

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 16:03:09 +0200

Compact

Our compact series of mandrels is exactly the same as our full size mandrels, but with a smaller handle.

Our Forming Mandrels

- Standard
  
  The classic forming mandrel. The forming mandrel is 2.3 mm wide at the tip and has a two-part progression towards the back to allow the reeds to be gently opened from the inside.
  
  Ideal for smaller shapes and those who prefer reeds which are less round in the area of the first two wires.
- PLUS
  
  For those who prefer a more rounded throat we have developed, together with Prof. David Petersen, the forming mandrel PLUS. The tip is 3.2 mm wide, which helps give reeds a larger and rounder throat opening.
  
  Ideal for wider shapes and those who prefer a larger inner cavity in the their reeds.

Harmony

Our compact forming mandrels and reamers are designed to harmonize with one another.
Their parabolic design allows for a smooth airflow and solid seat on the bocal.

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Forming Mandrel US 25.49 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Inspired by a Master

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Forming Mandrel US COMPACT 25.49 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Inspired by a Master

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Forming Mandrel 27.93 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Well Formed

The parabolic forming mandrel for contra bassoon reeds is newly designed to meet your reed making needs. Several crucial measurements were taken from a host of contra bassoon reeds in the most popular shapes to provide key thicknesses at the back of the reed as well as throughout the tube.

The tip of the mandrel is less than 2 mm wide - small enough to fit between the pieces of cane after folding and help open up the tube. Use one mandrel to form the tubes from start to finish.

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Forming Mandrel COMPACT 27.93 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Compact

Our compact series of mandrels is exactly the same as our full size mandrels, but with a smaller handle.

Well Formed

The tip of the mandrel is less than 2 mm wide - small enough to fit between the pieces of cane after folding and help open up the tube. Use one mandrel to form the tubes from start to finish.

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Tip Opener HANNEVOLD 27.93 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Back to Beginnings

This mandrel is designed to return the tip opening to its original dimensions. It was created in cooperation with Per Hannevold and his teacher Harold Goltzer.

- Reeds often lose their inner curvature, becoming flatter and closing down over time.
- This mandrel works by bypassing the tube and opening the space between the blades of the reed from the inside.
- This allows you to open up the inside of the reed again without the need for drastic adjustments with pliers.

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Tip Opener HANNEVOLD COMPACT 27.93 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Back to Beginnings

This mandrel is designed to return the tip opening to its original dimensions. It was created in cooperation with Per Hannevold and his teacher Harold Goltzer.

- Reeds often lose their inner curvature, becoming flatter and closing down over time.
- This mandrel works by bypassing the tube and opening the space between the blades of the reed from the inside.
- This allows you to open up the inside of the reed again without the need for drastic adjustments with pliers.

Compact

Our compact series of mandrels is exactly the same as our full size mandrels, but with a smaller handle.

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Anti-Crack-Mandrel 25.49 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:06 +0200

No more cracked blades

Gone are the days of inserting your forming mandrel all the way into the shaft to round the back end of your reed.

The Anti-Crack Mandrel allows you for form only the back of the shaft while keeping the throat flat. This prevents cracks from spreading into the blade.

This enables you to then gently open the throat of the reed only the desired amount with your forming mandrel of choice.

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Anti-Crack-Mandrel COMPACT 25.49 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:07 +0200

Compact

Our compact series of mandrels is exactly the same as our full size mandrels, but with a smaller handle.

No more cracked blades

Gone are the days of inserting your forming mandrel all the way into the shaft to round the back end of your reed.

The compact Anti-Crack Mandrel allows you for form only the back of the shaft while keeping the throat flat. This prevents cracks from spreading into the blade.

This enables you to then gently open the throat of the reed only the desired amount with your forming mandrel of choice.

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Holding Mandrel 25.49 €

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 19:37:38 +0200

Safe and Secure

This compact holding mandrel allows you to have full control of both the reed and your tools during the finishing process.

Also available separately as mandrels that fit with the drying board.

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Holding Mandrel COMPACT 25.49 €

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 15:51:00 +0200

Compact

Our compact series of mandrels is exactly the same as our full size mandrels, but with a smaller handle.

Safe and Secure

This compact holding mandrel allows you to have full control of both the reed and your tools during the finishing process.

Also available separately as mandrels that fit with the drying board.

Ergonomic

The ergonomic wooden handle of our reed making tools provides
for ease of use and is made of oiled beechwood.

Reeds 'n Stuff/Bassoon/Reed Making Supplies/Mandrels products

Interchangeable Holding Mandrel 7.17 €

Elegantly flexible

Interchangeable Holding Mandrel 7.17 €

Elegantly flexible

Interchangeable Forming Mandrel 7.17 €

Our Forming Mandrels

Standard

PLUS

Elegantly flexible

Interchangeable Mandrel PLUS 7.17 €

Our Forming Mandrels

Standard

PLUS

Elegantly flexible

Interchangeable Forming Mandrel 7.35 €

Elegantly flexible

Interchangeable Forming Mandrel US 7.17 €

Inspired by a Master

Elegantly flexible

Interchangeable Tip Opener HANNEVOLD 7.17 €

Back to Beginnings

Elegantly flexible

Ejector Ring 14.44 €

Eject

Ejector Ring 16.68 €

Eject

Handle 21.62 €

Elegantly flexible

Handle COMPACT 21.62 €

Compact

Elegantly flexible

Handle ERGO 25.59 €

No More Squeeze, Please

Elegantly flexible

Holding Mandrel 27.93 €

Safe and Secure

Ergonomic

Holding Mandrel COMPACT 27.93 €

Compact

Safe and Secure

Ergonomic

Forming Mandrel from 25.49 €

Our Forming Mandrels

Standard

PLUS

Harmony

Ergonomic

Forming Mandrel PLUS from 25.49 €

Our Forming Mandrels

Standard

PLUS

Harmony

Ergonomic

Forming Mandrel COMPACT from 25.49 €

Compact

Our Forming Mandrels

Standard

PLUS

Harmony

Ergonomic

Forming Mandrel COMPACT PLUS from 25.49 €

Compact

Our Forming Mandrels

Standard

PLUS

Harmony

Ergonomic

Forming Mandrel US 25.49 €

Inspired by a Master

Ergonomic

Forming Mandrel US COMPACT 25.49 €

Inspired by a Master

Ergonomic

Forming Mandrel 27.93 €

Well Formed

Ergonomic

Forming Mandrel COMPACT 27.93 €

Compact

Well Formed