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Caulking hammer/mallet is used to strike a chisel in the process of inserting cotton (or similar) rope into the spaces between planks that make the hull of wooden boats/ships to provide waterproofing.

The striking surface of the mallet is usually made of a material that is softer than the handle of the chisel, such as; hardwood, brass, leather, plastic, rubber.