Let me begin by saying that I was a professional fine jeweler for ten years. I have used and purchased countless tools and, frankly, I'm hard to impress. Most chasing hammers come rough finished in the steel and have patheticly thin handles considering their intended purpose. This tool has neither of those flaws. Both heads came with a mirror polish and the handle is just enough thicker than average that you don't constantly worry about breaking it. The bell on the handle, while slightly larger than average (a good thing for most men), is shaped perfectly for comfort and control. I don't expect to need a replacement for a very long time. Buy this hammer.
I have to admit when I am wrong. When I first reviewed this item I gave it one star because of the way it looked, the very thin handle and the fact that I was sent an item that I did not order. I usually try to sleep on things but yesterday was one of those days! Anyway, I used the hammer this morning and I am in love. It flattened my silver like a charm with very little marks, if any. In fact, with my arthritis issues this handle might just be what the doctor ordered! I am still giving it 4 stars until I can see how the handle holds up! Sorry for jumping the gun.
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This is my first hammer, I am a jewelry making beginner. It worked really well for a few days, and then I started to notice a little bit of bubbling on the big flat side that I had been using the most frequently. Eventually the top layer started to peel off of the hammer. I peeled the entire layer off, and now it seems to work perfectly, and it is still smooth. So the peeling thing was kinda weird but it is still working great. Perfect for a beginner like me, I'm enjoying it!
This craftsman hammer is "QUALITY" first class. Worth every dime I paid it. In fact, it's a master piece artworth within itself. Beautiful, high gloss chrome polished head without a flaw in it. I will always display it proudly on my work bench top. Love it!
Wonderful chasing hammer. The handle is comfortable after a bit of sanding to conform to my oddly shaped hands, and carpel tunnel syndrome . Adding a bit of a cant to one side alleviates the pain . I use it every day, and actually bought a spare just in case. Both heads were polished to a mirror finish and have held up exceedingly well. I haven't run into the loose handle issues that others have reported. But then again, I am a little OCD when it comes to taking care of my tools.
Feature Product
- Beadsmith-Chasing Dome Head Hammer
- This economical quality hammer is designed for silversmiths and craftsman
- The flat head is used to flatten, shape and form objects or to strike chasing tools and the round end for forming decorative patterns and designs
- This package contains one 10x2x1 inch dome head hammer
- Imported.
Description
Used in this how-to video:. How to Make Wire Hook Earrings. . If you work with Metals, you will need a sturdy Chasing hammer. Use to flatten and harden wire or other metal pieces. Chasing head is a full 1 inch in diameter, giving you lots of surface area to hammer with. Round end can be used for molding and softening shape. Also great for giving a "hammered" texture to wire. 1 Inch flat end, Round end is approximately 1/2 inch deep. 10 1/2 Inches total length. Head is wedge mounted onto hardwood handle. WARNING: This hammer is ONLY for use with precious metals and smaller findings. Do not use on nails or in any kind of construction or building work. PLEASE NOTE: We recommend eye protection with the use of any tools.
I use this for creating a hammered edge on my aluminum bracelets. This tool works really well, and I love the other completely flat end. Really nice tool for under 5.00!
Love this Chasing Dome Head hammer! It works exactly the way I wanted for making my charm bracelet 20 gauge copper look aged by the technique of hammering lightly!! Great price, better than all jewelry craft stores & one day shipping was EXCELLENT!! Thank you!!
working great for me, hammered hard and soft up to 12 gauge copper wire
I'm not a jeweller, but this hammer really comes in handy for small applications around the shop. The head is solid and the handle seems strong and well fixed. Definitely recommend.
Works great and fast delivery
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