MARSHALLTOWN 143D Masonry Tool
- Blade Material: Magnesium
- Material Type: Magnesium
- Handle Material: DuraSoft
- Grip Type: Padded
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
This magnesium trowel delivers straightforward blade length and rust resistance, a reasonable pick from a mason-trusted brand.
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ASIN: B000EOJPNAModel: 143DCategory: Masonry Tools
Overview
Magnesium construction is the headline spec on the Marshalltown 143D, a 16 inch masonry trowel with a cushioned DuraSoft handle. Magnesium blades resist rust and stay lighter in hand than steel across a full day of finishing concrete or mortar.
Trowel length and blade material do most of the work in this category: a 16 inch magnesium blade covers more surface per pass than the shorter trowels common in the line, while staying corrosion resistant compared with plain steel. The DuraSoft handle is Marshalltown's cushioned grip, aimed at reducing hand fatigue on long pours.
- 16 inch magnesium blade
- DuraSoft cushioned handle
Who it's for
Fits concrete finishers, masons and DIY slab pourers who want a full-size finishing trowel rather than a pointing or margin trowel. Less suited to tight corner work or small patch repairs where a smaller blade is easier to control.
Pros and cons
- 16 inch blade covers more surface per pass
- Magnesium resists rust on damp jobsites
- Cushioned DuraSoft grip for long finishing sessions
- Softer than steel, dents under heavy pressure
- Not sized for tight corner or patch work
Performance notes
Magnesium blades glide over wet concrete with less drag than steel and will not leave rust marks on a cured slab if left outside, though they are softer and can wear faster under rough use. The DuraSoft handle is built to cut vibration transfer during repetitive troweling motions.
Specifications
| Brand | MARSHALLTOWN |
|---|---|
| Model | 143D |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.25 poundslower than 75% of 37 masonry tools |
| Item Dimensions | 16 × 3.1 × 2.9 inches |
| Blade Length | 16 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material | Magnesium |
| Material Type | Magnesium |
| Handle Material | DuraSoft |
| Color | Brown, Silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Concrete Hand Float |
| Other details | |
| Grip Type | Padded |
| Is Foldable | No |
| Item Type Name | Marshalltown - 143D |
| Style Name | 16 Inch |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the blade length on the Marshalltown 143D?
16 inches, per the listed dimensions.
What is the trowel made of?
A magnesium blade paired with Marshalltown's DuraSoft handle.
Is this trowel rust resistant?
Magnesium blades resist rust better than plain steel trowels, which matters on damp concrete jobsites.