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.

Solid construction and very well weighted. The grip is very nice as well.

I would give this a 4.5 just because it had deep scuffs/gouges. Wgich is weird cause the styrofoam/foam padding was in tact. Gonna have to get some spray paint. Otherwise, well made. Love the length, handle texture, the label for 7lbs on the end. Great product except the gouges. (See the 360 degree pics below, 4 of them)

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.

I appreciate the quality of their products but the packaging for anything over ten pounds is extremely lacking and will most likely arrive damaged or will be returned by the shipping company. My second twenty pounder arrived like this and the first attempt was returned by the shipper. A discount on a future purchase would be nice considering.

I am 60 and I have had surgeries on both shoulders. I had a rotator cuff tear, torn cartilage, bicep tendon issues, etc., etc. I was doing nothing for the last 5 years because everything hurt. It turns out that doing nothing also hurts, and was making everything progressively worse. I went through six weeks of physical therapy, and that did nothing for me. So, I just randomly picked up some kettlebells because I could pay for them with HSA. I have been working those for a couple months and my shoulders are now WAY better than when I started. Some of the kettlebell guys on Youtube like Maces as well. I watched some of the flows and it looked like a lot of fun. I am now convinced that you can't fix your shoulders alone. You have to fix the whole body. Maces and kettlebells work everything together. So far working the mace feels really good and it is an interesting challenge. This mace looks great, was well packaged and is a great size. I think the knurling is perfect. It looks like a very well made piece of equipment. I'm short, so this thing is pretty long. It just adds some interesting fun to the challenge of movement. It makes it kind of elegant actually. I picked up the smaller "bat" like version too. Both are very different, but both fun. Grab one of these things and watch a ton of youtube videos on how to use it. You will love it. I have to force myself to stop playing with it. Ten pounds is plenty for me at the moment. I can work it single handed or double handed, but a 15 would have been too heavy to work single handed for sure. For me the struggle is shoulder flexibility and hand strength. It is quite a forearm workout. I am happy about that though because my hand strength was dissipating seemingly by the day. I have a feeling I'll have a killer grip in a couple more months. Hopefully in another month or two I'll be ready to order the 15! Best of luck. Edit: Now that I have strained my forearm, I need to drop back to something lighter. I started kettlebells and remodeling at the same time, and the combo was just too much for my right shoulder and forearm. I am always overdoing things. Anyway, I have now purchased some light clubs and the 5lb version of this mace, which is probably how I should have started anyway. Another reason to grab the light version is simply to learn some of the cooler stuff on youtube. A lighter version should help do these flows easier and safer. It will be great for warmups too. I have a friend coming over to try it, and having a lighter mace to introduce the practice will be helpful. My point is, you can't go wrong with starting small I think. Enjoy!

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

This Steel Mace (Gada) is Very well made and the feel of the knurling on the handle is just about perfect. I am happy with this purchase in respect to the product itself and believe the manufacturer understands what makes a superior Steel Mace. The only thing I would ask is more robust packaging as Canada Post is often Very Rough handling Packages. I have not altered my rating due to this as the seller is not responsible for Canada Post's lack of care. So in other words Retrospec deserves Respect!! Give this macebell a try. I think you will enjoy it.

Good, I like it.