Hammers- Silversmithing, Planishing, Embossing Raising
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Silversmith Hammers- Basic and essential for all metal work. Suitable for a wide range of objects from small spoons to large trays.

Hammer Head Weight Length Small End Large End Stock# Price
7 oz. 4½" 9/16" 11/16" 37.301 $59.50
10 oz. 5" 13/16" 7/8" 37.302 $59.50
14 oz. 45/8" 1¼" x 5/8" 1¼" x 7/8" 37.303 $59.50
17 oz. 5¾" 13/16" 1" 37.304 $59.50

 

Embossing Hammers- When driven against inner walls of raised work, the embossing hammer can elevate positions of the surface. Can also be used for planishing.

Hammer Head Weight Length Small End Large End Stock# Price
14 oz. 5¾" 13/16" 1" 37.336 $59.50
7 oz. 3" 15/16" 1" 37.350 $59.50

 

Planishing Hammers- Used to smooth irregularities or finish surfaces of pieces that have been raised. Faceted and glittered effects on bowls, vases, etc. can be formed.

Hammer Head Weight Length Small End Large End Stock# Price
13 oz. 4¾" 11/8" 1¼" x 5/16" 37.329 $66.99
14 oz. 43/8" 1" 11/8" 37.330 $59.50
14 oz. 3¾" 7/8" 15/16" 37.331 $59.50
12 oz. 41/8" 1" x 1" 11/16" x 11/16" 37.332 $59.50
7 oz. 3" 15/16" 1" 37.333 $59.50
13 oz. 5½" 7/8" x ¾" 1" x 7/8" 37.334 $59.50
13 oz. 41/8" 1" x 1" 1" x 1" 37.335 $59.50

 

Raising Hammers- Used on outside surfaces, these raising hammers force the basic shape of bowls, vases, etc. in the early stages.

Hammer Head Weight Length Small End Large End Stock# Price
8 oz. 4¾" ¾" x 13/16" 7/8" x ¼" 37.417 $59.50
18 oz. 4¾" 11/16" x ¼" 11/16" x ¼" 37.418 $59.50
8 oz. 43/8" 7/8" x 3/8" 13/16" x 3/8" 37.419 $59.50
8 oz. 43/8" 11/8" x ¼" 1¼" x 3/8" 37.420 $59.50
8 oz. 4½" 1¼" x ¼" 1¼"x ¼" 37.421 $59.50
7 oz. 35/8" ¾" x ¾" ¾" x ¾" 37.422 $59.50
9 oz. 5 3/8" 9/16" x 13/16" 7/8" x 9/16" 37.423 $59.50

 

Chasing Hammers- The large flat surface is used to flatten objects and to strike chasing tools. The round end is for riveting and making decorative designs on metals. Forged steel heads are mounted on round or pistol-type hardwood handles.

Quality Face Diameter Round Handle Price Pistol Handle Price
Master

Made in Germany

1" 37.174 $53.40 37.184 $46.35
11/8" 37.176 $54.40 37.186 $47.45
1¼" 37.178 $56.35 37.188 $49.99
Economy 1" 37.0365 $7.75 . .
11/8" 37.0366 $10.05 . .
1¼" 37.0367 $11.65 . .

 

Chaser Handles - 10" Length Style Stock# Price
Pistol Grip for 1-1¼" face 37.0410 $5.10
Oval Grip for 1-1¼" face 37.0412 $5.10
Round Grip for 1-1¼" face 37.0411 $5.10
Round Grip for ¾-7/8" face 37.893 $13.45

 

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