For jewellers and silversmiths forming soft, precious metals without marking the surface. This 24-piece wooden dapping punch set is used with a dapping block to create consistent domes for earrings, pendants, and other hollow forms, all stocked and dispatched from our UK warehouse.
Key features
Comprehensive 24-piece set covers a full 2.7mm to 24.5mm diameter range.
Turned from smooth wood to shape metal without scratching or marring polished surfaces.
Each punch features a spherical working end for creating uniform hemispherical domes.
Sized to match the cavities of standard dapping blocks for consistent results.
Flat-ended shafts provide a stable surface for striking with a mallet.
Who it's for
An essential toolset for UK bench jewellers, silversmiths, and metalsmiths creating domed or hollow forms. Also suitable for students and apprentices in jewellery-making and silversmithing programmes learning fundamental forming techniques.
Specifications
Material: Wood
Punch Diameters: 2.7mm to 24.5mm
Set Size: 24 punches
Free UK delivery · Same-day dispatch before 2pm · 30-day returns
SKU: LY-MBPQ-4CHC
Last 3 at the benchReady for same-day dispatch from Birmingham if you order before 2pm.
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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