Glazer

The cobbler’s iron, a heavy, flat bottomed tool typically made of cast iron or steel, is used to smooth, polish, and compress leather surfaces during shoemaking or repair. Its primary purpose is to burnish edges, flatten seams, or refine the finish of leather soles and uppers, enhancing both durability and aesthetics. Often heated slightly for better results, it is rubbed over the leather while the shoe is mounted on a last or anvil.