22 mm bow face chasing hammer with polished steel head and ball peen and a pale bulb-ended wooden handle, on linen

Chasing & Planishing Hammer, 22mm German Bow Face — Ball Peen, Wood Handle, Repoussé

£9.99
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22 mm bow face chasing hammer with polished steel head and ball peen and a pale bulb-ended wooden handle, on linen
  • 22 mm bow face chasing hammer with polished steel head and ball peen and a pale bulb-ended wooden handle, on linen
  • 22 mm bow face chasing hammer with polished steel head and ball peen and a pale bulb-ended wooden handle, on linen
Chasing & Planishing Hammer, 22mm German Bow Face — Ball Peen, Wood Handle, Repoussé

Chasing & Planishing Hammer, 22mm German Bow Face — Ball Peen, Wood Handle, Repoussé

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Master detailed metal shaping with this 22mm German-style bow face hammer, ideal for repoussé and chasing work on your bench.

What it does

This hammer excels at moving metal with controlled precision. The generous 22mm bow face, featuring a subtle convex curve, allows for smooth, consistent displacement of sheet metal during repoussé. Its reverse ball peen head is equally adept at planishing and texturing smaller areas, lending definition and a uniform finish. The head is forged from hardened steel for durability and securely fitted to the handle for reliable bench performance.

How to use it

  • Prepare your metal and pitch.
  • Strike the chasing tool cleanly.
  • Use the ball peen for planishing.

Who it's for

A fundamental tool for jewellers, silversmiths, and metalsmiths specialising in intricate repoussé and chasing. It's also well-suited for coppersmiths and craftspeople working with non-ferrous sheet metals. This hammer offers a refined alternative to heavier general-purpose hammers for detailed forming.

What's in the box

1 x 22mm German Style Bow Face Ball Peen Hammer with Wood Handle

Our promise

Dispatched from the UK. Same-day dispatch target for orders before 2pm Mon–Fri. Free UK delivery on orders of £30 or more. 30-day returns — try it at the bench.
Weight 120 g

Common questions at the bench

Which face is for which job?
This product's description names its faces and the work each one is for. As a general guide, a flat or gently bowed face planishes and flattens; a domed or ball face sinks, stretches and forms curves; and a cross peen or narrow face moves metal in one direction or sets a line. Strike steel letter or design stamps only with a hammer this product's description says is for stamping: their hard ends can nick a polished face, and the nick then prints into your work.
Will it mark my work?
A steel face prints whatever is on it into soft metal, so keep the faces clean and smooth and strike squarely: a blow that lands on the rim of a face, or one harder than the job needs, leaves dents. Where the surface must stay unmarked, use a soft face such as nylon or wood instead.
What should I support the work on?
Use a surface that suits the job and sits firm: a steel bench block or anvil for flattening, planishing, riveting and stamping; a stake, mandrel or forming block for curves; and a sandbag, rubber block or chasing pitch where the work needs some give, as in chasing and repoussé.
How should I look after it?
Wipe the head clean after use and store the hammer dry, where its faces cannot knock against other tools. A nick or scratch on a face prints into the metal, so smooth it out before using the hammer on finished work. If the head is fitted to a handle, check it is tight before use and never use the hammer with a loose head. On hammers with screw-in faces or tips, tighten the face fully before striking.

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