MudTools Shape 2 Polymer Rib for Pottery and Clay Artists, Green Color, Firm Flexibility (G2)

The Mudtools Shape 2 Polymer Rib is the original classic in the Mudtools lineup—the “firstborn” rib that helped define the brand’s polymer rib family. It’s a remake of Michael Sherrill’s favorite old rib and is trusted as a true studio workhorse for throwing, smoothing, and compressing clay. Made from Mudtools’ proprietary polymer material, Shape 2 is engineered to resist wear and burr formation, and it develops a burnished feel over time with regular use—so it gets smoother and more enjoyable the longer it lives in your tool bucket. Whether you’re wheel throwing, hand-building, or sculpting, Shape 2 functions like an extension of your hand to create surfaces and curves that fingers alone can’t achieve. Choose from four color-coded firmness options (Red Very Soft, Yellow Soft, Green Medium, Blue Firm) to match your clay body and preferred feel.

• The Original Mudtools Workhorse (Throwing, Smoothing, Compressing): Shape 2 is the firstborn in the Mudtools family—remade from Michael Sherrill’s favorite old rib and designed to be a dependable, everyday workhorse for pottery wheel throwing, smoothing, and compressing clay.
• Burnishes Over Time + Resists Burrs: Built from Mudtools’ unique polymer material engineered to resist wear and the formation of burrs. With normal studio use, the rib becomes naturally burnished—helping it glide even smoother as it breaks in.
• Signature Polymer Flexibility: Crafted from Mudtools’ proprietary polymer blend, the Shape 2 is flexible, durable, and glides over clay without sticking or dragging—leaving behind a flawless finish every time.
• Color-Coded Firmness Levels: Each color represents a different firmness: Red: Soft – gentle touch for fine adjustments; Yellow: Medium – ideal balance for everyday use; Green: Firm – for controlled shaping and compression; Blue: Extra-Firm – for structure and strength
• Made in the USA by Mudtools: Designed by potter Michael Sherrill and trusted by ceramic artists worldwide. Built to last, easy to clean, and comfortable in the hand—every studio needs at least one.