A hand tamp is a manual tool designed for compacting and leveling concrete or other materials in smaller or hard-to-reach areas. It features a flat, heavy base,  made from steel, attached to long metal handles. The tamp is used by lifting and striking the material repeatedly to increase its density and ensure a solid, stable surface. Hand tamps are particularly useful for finishing small concrete pours, such as in footings, trenches, or around forms, and for compacting aggregate or sub-base material before pouring concrete. Their simple design makes them an effective tool for precision and control in tight spaces.