Midwest 5 Inch Straight Handle Seamer

The Midwest MWTS5 is a compact 127mm (5 inch) straight handle seamer for bending and forming siding trim, fascia and flashing material. Its smaller head makes it easy to control on narrow profiles and in tight corners, while the interchangeable blades mean one handle covers several forming jobs. It is a handy tool for roofers, gutter installers and sheet metal fabricators who need a precise fold on smaller sections.

Key Features

• Interchangeable blades for forming different profiles as the job changes
• Compound lever action handles for more bending power with less effort
• Kush’N-Power grips for comfort during repeated use
• Compact 127mm head for precise control on narrow metal
• Built for siding trim, fascia and flashing work
• Backed by a 1 year warranty

Specifications

• Part number: MWTS5
• Overall length: 127mm (5 inch)
• Net weight: 0.30kg (description-sourced)
• Product dimensions: 127 x 50 x 57mm (description-sourced)
• Handle style: straight with Kush’N-Power grips
• Warranty: 1 year

Applications

• Folding narrow flashing and small metal trims to a clean line
• Forming fascia and barge capping profiles on smaller sections
• Creating custom trims in Colorbond and Zincalume
• Working in tight corners and around downpipes
• General sheet metal folding in the workshop

What You Need To Complete The Job

Add the Midwest offset 5 seamer to cover offset work, and keep a set of leather rigger gloves on hand for sharp edges. Cut the flashing to length first with a pair of right cut snips, then fold it with the seamer. See the full General Hand Tools range for more metalworking hand tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 5 inch seamer big enough for roofing flashing?

Yes for smaller profiles. The 127mm head suits narrow flashings, small trims and tight corners where a full length seamer is awkward to control. For long flashing runs and wider profiles, the 9 inch or 15 inch Midwest seamers give more reach and leverage. Many roofers keep the 5 inch for detail work.

Can I change the blade profile?

Yes. The seamer uses interchangeable blades, so you can match the blade to the fold you need. That means one handle handles several profiles, which keeps the tool box smaller and the cost down compared to buying a separate seamer for every fold.

How do I use a seamer on flashing?

Cut the flashing to length and any shape with snips or shears, then slide the seamer over the edge and squeeze the handles to fold the metal to the angle you need. Work along the fold a little at a time for a clean, even line rather than trying to fold the whole length in one squeeze.