Ball Peen Hammer, 6 oz/ 170g, Metal Working Tool for Jewellery Making and Crafts, Wooden Handle
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Ball Peen Hammer, 6 oz/ 170g, Metal Working Tool for Jewellery Making and Crafts, Wooden Handle
£11.99
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£11.99
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For jewellers and metalworkers forming thicker gauge sheet and wire, this 6oz ball peen hammer delivers the necessary mass. It allows you to move metal more efficiently, reducing the number of strikes required whilst saving time and effort at the bench.
Key features
- Head weight of 6oz (170g) provides substantial force for shaping non-ferrous metals.
- Features a flat, polished face for planishing and a hemispherical ball peen for texturing and forming.
- The steel head has polished striking surfaces with black-finished cheeks.
- A smooth, shaped wooden handle offers balance and a comfortable grip during repeated use.
Who it's for
A dependable tool for UK bench jewellers, silversmiths, and craftspeople working with heavier stock like copper, brass, and sterling silver. Also suitable for light-duty engineering and metal fabrication tasks where controlled forming is required.
Specifications
- Head Weight: 6 oz / 170g
- Head Material: Steel
- Handle Material: Wood
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Same-day Birmingham dispatch on weekday orders before 2pm.
Common questions at the bench
What weight hammer should I start with?
For most bench work, 4–8 oz is the sweet spot. Lighter hammers (2–4 oz) suit fine detail and chasing punches; 6–8 oz suits forging and texture work. Avoid anything over 12 oz unless you specifically need a raising hammer.
Can I use this on annealed silver and copper?
Yes — these hammers are designed for non-ferrous metals: silver (sterling, fine, britannia), copper, brass, bronze, and aluminium. The polished face will not transfer marks to clean annealed stock when used correctly. For mild steel work, use a separate hammer.
How should I care for it?
Wipe the face down after each session to prevent any tarnish from work residue marking your next piece. If the head develops nicks, polish them out with fine-grit emery and a buffing mop — a marked hammer face transfers marks to your work.
What is in the box?
One hammer with the head and handle fitted, ready for the bench. Polished faces are protected with a thin oil film — wipe before first use.
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