Hammers & Forming Blocks
Jewellery hammers, dapping blocks, bench blocks and forming tools for metalwork and jewellery making. Perfect for silversmiths, jewellers and craft hobbyists. Free UK delivery.
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Rubber Bench Block, 10.2 x 10.2 x 2.5 cm/ 4 x 4 x 1 inches Jewellery Making Dapping Forming Hammering Base -
9 Inch Heavy Duty Double Ended Jewellery Making Forming Stake No 4, Hardened Steel, Synclastic and Anticlastic, Highly Polished -
Ball Peen Hammer, 2 oz/ 57g Metal Working Tool for Jewellery Making and Crafts, Wooden Handle -
28mm German Style Ball Peen Chasing Hammer with Bow Face, Wood Handle, Metal Planishing Repousse Tool -
9 Inch Heavy Duty Large Double Ended Jewellery Making Forming Stake No 2, Hardened Steel, Synclastic and Anticlastic, Highly Polished -
Wooden Handle Metal Texturing Hammer, 12 Interchangeable Pattern Heads, Jewellery Making and Metalsmith Tool -
Steel Disc Cutter, 3 Wave/Zigzag Shape Punch, for Jewellery Making Stamping Blanks -
Nylon Hammer with Large Plastic Head, 12 cm Non-Marring Wedge Head, Metal Forming and Repousse Tool -
Micro Embossing Jewelers Forming Hammer, Silversmith Chasing Repousse Metal Work Tool with Wooden Handle -
Nylon Head Mallet, 1.25" Diameter, Wooden Handle, Multi-Purpose Jewellery Making Tool -
2" Steel Doming Dapping Block/ Die, Jewellery Making, Beading, Metal Shaping Tool -
Dual-Head Nylon Hammer, Soft Touch Plastic Tips, Metal Forming Jewellery Tool with 9 Nylon Faces -
2.5" Steel Doming Dapping Block/ Die, Metal Shaping Tool for Beads and Jewellery Making -
50 MM Bow and Flat Face Chasing Hammer, Jewellery Hobby Crafts Repousse Silversmith Tool with Wooden Handle -
4 Punch Curvilinear Triangle Steel Disc Cutter Set, 4 Sizes 15-22 mm, Jewellery And Crafts Making -
Premium Chasing Hammer with Bowed Face, 45mm Dome Head, 1.75" Diameter, Wood Handle, for Jewellery Making -
Heavy Duty Highly Polished Sinusoidal Jewellery Making Forming Stake, Small, 9 Inch, Chrome Finish -
Professional Steel Triangle Disc Cutter Set, 4 Pieces, 9-25mm Sizes, Jewellery Making Pattern Design Tools -
Solid Wood Mallet, 1-1/8" Flat Face Non-Marring Wooden Hammer with Natural Hardwood Construction for Woodworking and Crafts, Lightweight 1.5 Oz, 8.75-Inch -
Star Sparkle Steel Disc Cutters Set, 3 Punches, Metal Sheet Jewellery Making Tools -
Two Sided Embossing Jewellery Hammer, Silversmith Tool with 11mm and 14mm Domed Heads for Repousse, Wooden Handle -
Mini Multi-Shape Steel Disc Cutter Set, 8 Punch Tools for Metal Sheet, Jewellery Dapping Stamping Blanks -
32mm Flat Face Texturing and Forming Hammer for Metal, Jewellery and Metalworking Tool with Wooden Handle -
Mini Bowed and Cross Peen Silversmith Hammer, 115mm, Jewellery Making Crafts Repousse Tool
The Toolsmith range of jewellery hammers and forming blocks for silversmiths, bench jewellers and metalsmiths. Chasing hammers, planishing hammers, raising hammers, rivet hammers, brass and nylon mallets, plus the forming blocks that go with them - dapping and doming sets, bench blocks, steel anvils, doming punches and swage blocks.
This is the heart of metalsmithing: the kit that shapes, hardens, textures and planishes. Every piece stocked is chosen for bench use at working-studio standard, UK-warehoused, same-day dispatch before 2pm. Free UK delivery, 30-day returns on unused tools.
Who buys from this range
Working silversmiths, bench jewellers, blacksmiths, jewellery students and serious hobbyists moving beyond a beginner kit. Also popular with armourers, prop makers and metalsmithing classes.
Hammers and blocks by job
- Chasing hammers: weighted head, shock-absorbing handle - for chasing, stamping and punch work
- Planishing hammers: polished domed face - for smoothing and hardening a raised form
- Raising hammers: cross-pein heads for hollowware and bowl raising
- Brass and nylon mallets: non-marring, for setting rivets, forming round stock, seating stones
- Dapping/doming sets: graded half-spheres for forming domes, cups, beads
- Bench blocks & anvils: hardened steel, flat and true - the surface every other strike lands on
How to choose
Match the hammer weight to the stock: light chasing hammers (around 100-120g) for stamping and fine work, heavier planishers (170g+) for silver sheet forming. For dapping, pick a set with punches graded in small steps - gaps cause flat spots on domes. Always work on a true, hardened bench block; a soft surface absorbs the strike and doubles your workload.
Frequently asked questions
Chasing hammer vs. planishing hammer - what's the difference?
Chasing hammers have a flat, weighted face for driving punches and stamps. Planishing hammers have a polished domed face designed to leave a smooth, slightly work-hardened surface on raised forms.
Do I need brass or nylon mallets?
Yes, if you're riveting, setting stones or shaping soft metal where steel would mark the work. A brass head grips without marring; nylon is softer still for plated or fine-finish pieces.
What size dapping set should I start with?
A 10-18 punch set covers most bench work - beads, rivets, small domes. Step up to a 24+ piece set with a bigger block if you're making earrings, spinner rings or cuff components.
Do you dispatch the same day?
Yes - orders placed before 2pm UK weekdays ship the same working day.
Do you offer trade pricing?
Yes - email info@toolsmithltd.co.uk with your requirements.
