Retrospec Revolve Steel Macebell for Strength Training, Rehabilitation, Stretching, Conditioning and Rotational Training - 5, 7, 10, 15, 20, 30lb Options for Women & Men

I really like this steel macebell—it’s well constructed, the grip is great, and it feels balanced for flows, mobility, and shoulder/core work. The all-steel, matte black build looks and performs like a serious tool. Why I bought it: I wanted a compact tool for rotational strength, mobility, and shoulder stability that fits easily in a small home gym. The Retrospec Steel Macebell comes in multiple weights (5–30 lb), so I could start light and progress. I have a history of shoulder pain/ impingement and wanted a new way to workout First impressions (shipping & build): Arrived quickly and well packaged. The all-steel construction with a smooth, matte black finish looks clean and durable; the head-to-handle transition feels solid with no rattle. Grip texture is comfortable—not overly slick or shiny—which inspires confidence on longer sets. Ease of use: No assembly—take it out and train. Instructions are minimal but sufficient. There’s essentially no learning curve if you’ve used maces or clubs; beginners can start with simple holds, halos, and offset presses. Performance: It does exactly what it promises. The balance feels right (slightly head-heavy by design), the handle grip is excellent, and the finish has held up with no flaking so far. Quality is better than I expected at this price. How it compares: I’ve tried cheaper, seam-line, or plastic-ended maces; this one stands out for its solid, all-steel build and cleaner feel in hand. The range of weight options also makes progression easy without swapping brands. Who it’s for: Home gym owners wanting a space-saving tool for mobility and strength Athletes working on rotational power, grip strength, shoulder health Anyone who wants full-body, multiplanar training without bulky equipment Would I buy again? Yes. I’d happily pick up a heavier size for progressions. Purchased at full price—this is my honest opinion. Quick Pros & Cons Pros Well constructed, all-steel design Great grip; comfortable handle for long sets Matte black finish looks clean in a home gym Multiple weight options (5–30 lb) for easy progression Cons Finish can show chalk/sweat marks (cosmetic, wipes off) Technique matters—start light if you’re new to mace work Helpful Tips Begin with halos, offset presses, and 360s; progress to switch-grip flows once comfortable. If you’re new, choose a lighter weight than you think—maces feel heavier due to leverage. Store vertically or on a rack to protect the finish and keep the handle dry between session

I got a 10 and a 5 lb of these. I got the 5 for my smaller clients but I ended up using it for my warm ups and single handed practice. When I bought it the 5 lb was some kind of different model than the 10 lb, and I think the main difference to me is the handle knapping, on the 5 it's rougher/coarser. I like the feel of the 10 better, still a good grip, but doesn't feel like I'm going to be ripping up my hands as easily. Both feel solidly made, they have a nice finish, and I am not noticing any spots that make me question the quality. I think starting with the 10 was a good move. It was recommended as a starting place from multiple sources I read up on before buying. I'm about 6 feet tall, 220 lbs, and I do resistance training regularly. I'm not super strong, not an elite athlete or anything, but I work out more days than I don't. I do eventually want a heavier mace for 360s, but for everything else I do with it: uppercuts, battle lunges, split squats, etc, it's a good enough challenge. I'd probably not recommend anyone start heavier than that, if only because when you're first starting out with swinging the mace, you're going to probably flub it a bit here and there and you're going to want to be able to wrest control out of a bad swing if you need to, so you don't smash it into your hip or something. I don't know about the benefits of the mace as opposed to any other piece of equipment, what I do know is that it is interesting enough to me to keep me moving and doing it. I haven't used kettlebells very much but I like swinging this around a lot more than I ever liked a kettlebell. I'm left gasping and winded after certain sets of my little circuit I do, like the battle lunges get the burn going. I can feel the work in my core as I do 360s. If you're looking for a mace, this seemed to me like a pretty good deal for the quality.

I am new to Mace training, but have trained using kettlebells, ropes, chains, tires, home made strongman logs, etc for years. I started using a sledgehammer some time back, and wanted to try a purpose-built mace. At this price including shipping, I thought I'd give a real mace a try. Wow! Nice! The mace came in just a few days, and was ingeniously packed using a bare minimum of foam; it arrived in perfect condition. The design and build are close to perfect as far as I can tell. Very solid, nicely balanced, not even any welds or seams to be seen. Will it scratch or smudge a little over time? I'm sure, but it's supposed to be a hard working warrior tool, not a fine art piece to put on a display shelf. I started with a 10lb mace, figuring I can always buy a larger one if I "outgrow" the 10. It is more than heavy enough to get started; no use ruining my shoulders by starting too heavy. After a warm up with some Indian clubs, I gave it a try. Nice! What a great workout. Just be careful to keep your movements and shoulders "packed" under control in the beginning if you haven't worked with this kind of tool before, and you will quickly get the hang of it. Would I buy it again or recommend? Absolutely. Do I plan to buy a 15lb and perhaps a 20 in the very near future? Yes, but that's just me. You could buy a 10lb or lighter and never go higher, and get years of benefit out of using it. A little light, you can perfect your form and get great benefit. It's NOT like you are competing in powerlifting and trying to go heavier and heavier. Too heavy, too soon, and you might get sloppy or perhaps hurt something. This is highly recommended.

Looooove it. Forces you to focus on technique.

Mace arrived with just the shipping label taped around, don't know if they sent it like that or if something happened along the way and the original packaging was removed. As you can expect the mace was full of scratches all around, however no major damage that may affect its use. I sanded and spray painted it to cover all those marks and we were ready to go. As you can see the macebell weighted exactly 15 pounds and its length is the same as described. Finishing is good, no rough spots or sharp edges. Don't know how good the paint finish is with heavy use but I expect it will eventually chip or scratch. Overall it's a great tool for training and very challenging even at a low weight. I'm used to heavy kettlebells and dumbbells but the dynamics of the movements of the macebell make it extremely challenging even at low weight.

The Retrospec Revolve steel macebell is a unique training tool that adds a different dimension to strength workouts. The off-center weight distribution challenges balance, grip, and core stability in ways that traditional dumbbells or barbells don’t. It’s especially effective for rotational movements, shoulder mobility work, and conditioning exercises like 360s, swings, and offset presses. The steel construction feels solid and durable, and the powder-coated finish provides a secure grip without being overly rough on the hands. The balance of the mace is well designed, making movements feel controlled once you get the technique down. It’s a great addition for anyone interested in functional training, mobility work, or supplementing traditional lifting routines. A helpful tip is to start with a lighter weight than you might expect, since the leverage of the mace makes exercises more challenging than standard weights. It’s also worth spending some time learning proper form for movements like the 360 swing to get the most benefit while protecting your shoulders. Overall, this macebell is a well-built training tool that’s excellent for developing grip strength, shoulder durability, and rotational power while adding variety to strength and conditioning workouts.

My regular gym has several of these maces. This model is by 10x the best I have seen. The grip diameter is not to big and not to small. There is a midway knurling with is nice. The power coating is great. The handle is about 3" longer than others I've seen and that is a plus. This unit is about 1/4 the price of the larger name brand(s) and way better quality. BTW, you only need the 10# unit. If you think you need heaver you are using it wrong. I'm a big strong dude and I prefer 10#. Learn to use it correctly. You can always choke up to reduce the load.

I started with the 10lb mace just for a recovery work out and after 2 days I was hooked! I then got the 20lber and started heavy sessions with 360's, 300's, ballistic curls, barbarian squats, static holds, etc..., then I got a 15lber to tie the two together. I would totally recommend getting a light one for recovery type work outs, a medium weight one for standard work outs, and a heavy one to use periodically to get strong! They are very well made maces and at a great price!

Exactly as expected. Solidly built. High quality finish. Knurled grip texture is just right. No defects.

The advert shows all the mace above 10lb to be the same length but note that the diagram does split handle height and then mace end height. I didn't notice this and eded up with a mace that was almost 40" in length (10lb) which is just too long for me to use for mace flow. It's a great length for swinging though. I found the knurling to be quite rough as well.

Good for shoulders

Llegó muy bien empaquetado y al día marcado La masa es justo lo que quería

Good, I like it.