{"product_id":"avocado-masher-kit-curved-base","title":"Avocado Masher Kit (Curved Base)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStainless Steel Avocado Masher Kit – Curved Base\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake fresh, homemade guacamole even better with a \u003cstrong\u003ecustom-turned Avocado Masher\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed specifically with a \u003cstrong\u003ecurved perforated base\u003c\/strong\u003e, this stainless steel masher follows the shape of a mixing bowl more naturally than a traditional flat potato masher, making it easier to mash ripe avocados into the texture you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in \u003cstrong\u003ethe USA\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003eFDA-compliant 304 stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is a substantial, functional turning project that lets you add your own custom handle from exotic wood, acrylic, hybrid material, SpectraPly, or another favorite project blank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd it isn't just for avocados. 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