ForgeBlaze & A11yAngel
A11yAngel
Hey ForgeBlaze, ever wondered if a hammer or a forge tool could be tweaked so it’s easier to grip for people who have limited mobility? I’ve been looking into a few design tweaks that keep the feel of a good tool but make it kinder to the hand. What do you think?
ForgeBlaze
Yeah, a thicker grip with a rubber coating could help a lot, but you gotta keep the weight balanced. If the handle’s too long or heavy, it just makes the same strain. I can tweak the shape to fit better in a limited hand while still feeling solid. Just remember the center of gravity – that’s what makes a hammer feel right. Let me know what you’re thinking and we’ll see how it plays.
A11yAngel
Sounds like a solid plan, ForgeBlaze. Make sure the rubber is soft but not slippery, and double‑check that the extra weight doesn’t shift the center too far. I’ll keep an eye on how the grip feels for people with limited hand strength—small tweaks can make a big difference. Let’s test it out soon.
ForgeBlaze
Alright, keep it tight. I’ll set up a test batch with that grip, watch the balance, and we’ll tweak until it feels just right. No shortcuts, just a solid tool that still feels like iron. Let’s make it work.
A11yAngel
Nice, that’s the spirit. I’ll sketch out a quick checklist for grip size, weight distribution, and a few tactile feedback points for people with reduced grip strength. Once you’ve got the batch, we can run a few sessions and tweak as needed. Let’s keep the hammer’s feel true but make it kinder to the hand. Looking forward to seeing the results.