Which Mallet / Maul to minimize noise

[JC2019]

I was close to buying an expensive one by barry king but I wasn't sure which one I should get if my goal is to reduce noise while keeping decent quality? Do I want the heaviest one or lightest one?

 

I am also getting an arbor press to do certain tasks but for stamping I want to try a good quality maul first if that would help. But perhaps the choice is a raw hide one?

Thank you.

Edited May 19, 2019 by JC2019

[kayw]

The lighter one you use may be the noisiest as if you are stamping on 10-11 oz leather you will need to hit the stamp harder.  For me, I use the one most suitable for the weight of leather I am using.  KayW

[JC2019]

Understood thank you