LEVEL5 4-961 Stainless Flat Drywall Trowel 12 in
- Blade Material: Stainless Steel
- Material Type: Stainless Steel
- Handle Material: Aluminum
- Item Weight: 1.23 pounds
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
The category label says masonry, but the materials and weight point to a light stainless steel finishing tool, likely better suited to drywall compound work than brick or mortar.
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ASIN: B07H9CXLLRModel: 4-961Category: Masonry Tools
Overview
The Level5 4-961 pairs a stainless steel head with an aluminum handle in a light tool weighing about 1.2 pounds. Level5 builds its catalog around drywall finishing gear, and the stainless plus aluminum combination fits a hand tool meant for smoothing compound rather than heavy masonry work.
Listed under a Masonries heading, the low weight and stainless-and-aluminum build are a mismatch for typical masonry trowels, which run heavier and favor forged steel blades. Level5's known focus on drywall finishing tools makes a taping or finishing knife a more likely fit for this spec sheet.
- Stainless steel head construction
- Aluminum handle
- 0.56 kilogram total weight
Who it's for
Fits drywall finishers and remodelers who want a stainless steel hand tool with a light aluminum handle for compound work. Less suited to masonry contractors expecting a heavy trowel for mortar or brick, since the weight and materials here point elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Stainless steel resists corrosion in wet work
- Light aluminum handle at about 1.2 pounds
- Listing category may not match actual use
- Blade size and shape not specified
- No purchase volume data given
Performance notes
Stainless steel resists corrosion better than carbon steel when repeatedly wetted with joint compound or mortar, and the aluminum handle keeps the overall tool light at roughly 1.2 pounds for extended one handed use. Blade width, length and flexibility are not given, so how it handles a specific task will depend on details not included in this listing.
Specifications
| Brand | LEVEL5 |
|---|---|
| Model | 4-961 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.23 poundshigher than 81% of 37 masonry tools |
| Item Dimensions L X W | 12 × 5 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Handle Material | Aluminum |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Hand Trowel,SS,Leather Grip,12" |
| Other details | |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Applying joint compound on drywall |
Closest rivals on specs
Goldblatt G02416 Square Notch Trowel 1/2 in- Item Weight 1.23 vs 1.1 pounds (+12%)
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Level5 4-961 a masonry trowel?
The listing category says masonry, but the stainless steel and aluminum build and light weight more closely match a finishing or taping knife.
What is the 4-961 made of?
A stainless steel head paired with an aluminum handle.
How much does the 4-961 weigh?
About 0.56 kilograms, or roughly 1.2 pounds.