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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Round Disc Cutter Set for Jewellery Making, 7 Metal Punch Holes, 6-16 mm -
Teflon Domed Pear Shaped Mallet, 12.7 cm Head, Forming Dapping Repousse Hammer -
4 Petal Flower Shape, Steel Disc Cutter Set, Jewellery Forming and Stamping Blanks -
Dual Sided Texturing Hammer with Stripe and Weave Patterns, Metal Smithing Tool for Jewellery Crafts and Repousse Work -
Professional Steel Teardrop Disc Cutter Set, 4 Sizes 10-33mm, Jewellery Making Pattern Tools, Metal Punch for Crafting -
Rounded Planishing Hammer with Wood Handle, 10 Inch, Large-Scale Metalwork Jewellery Crafts Repoussé Tool -
Heavy Duty Rubber Bench Mat, Black, 12" x 12" x 1/4", Jewellery Surface Protection, Large Work Surface -
Ball Peen Chasing Hammer, 2 oz, Jewellery Making Forming Crafts Tool for Repousse, Wood Handle -
Big Size Star Shape Steel Disc Cutter, Metal Sheet Punch Tool, 2-Piece Jewellery Making Set -
Professional Moon Shape Steel Disc Cutter Set, 4 Sizes 9-21mm, Jewellery Making Pattern Tool with Multiple Crescent Templates for Metalwork Design -
9 Hole Multi Steel Disc Cutter Set, Jewellery Making Shapes, 1/2″ – 5/8″ Range, Assorted Pattern Templates -
Large Hardened Steel Dapping Block Plate for Jewellery Making, 27 Half Spheres, 130mm x 64mm x 19mm -
Double Ended Jeweller's Hammer Mallet with Plastic and Rubber Heads for Repousse Work -
Round Domed and Flat Faces Planishing Hammer, Silversmith Repousse Jewellers Tool, Wooden Handle, 12 Inch Length -
9 Inch Heavy Duty Large Double Ended Jewellery Making Forming Stake No 3, Hardened Steel, Synclastic and Anticlastic, Highly Polished -
Wedge and Cone Head Teflon Mallet Hammer, Non-Marring Jewellery Forming and Shaping Tool -
Jewellery Making Texturing Hammer, Narrow Head Design, Metal Forming Tool for Silversmithing and Repousse Work -
Metal Texturing Hammer with 12 Interchangeable Pattern Faces, Wooden Handle, Jewellery Making and Repousse Tool Set -
5 Hole Metal Punch Tool, Round Disc Cutter Set, 1.27-2.54 cm Sizes, Jewellery Making -
Heavy Duty Highly Polished Large Jewellery Making Forming Sinusoidal Stake, 16 Inch Hardened Steel -
1 x Heavy Duty Brass Doming Dapping Block, 2.0 Inch Metal Shaping Tool for Jewellery Making and Beading -
Texturing Hammer with Stars and Crosshatch Patterns, Metal Repousse Tool for Jewellery Crafts, Wooden Handle -
Flat Steel Dapping Block/ Plate, Hardened Steel, Jewellery Making Tool with 14 Half Spheres, 125mm x 65mm x 25mm -
32mm German Style Chasing Hammer, Ball Peen Planishing Repousse Metal Work Tool with Wooden Handle, Bow Face Design
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.
