Ball Peen Hammer, 6 oz/ 170g, Metal Working Tool for Jewellery Making and Crafts, Wooden Handle
For jewellers and metalworkers forming thicker gauge sheet and wire, this 6oz ball peen hammer delivers the necessary mass. It allows you to move metal more efficiently, reducing the number of strikes required whilst saving time and effort at the bench.
Key features
- Head weight of 6oz (170g) provides substantial force for shaping non-ferrous metals.
- Features a flat, polished face for planishing and a hemispherical ball peen for texturing and forming.
- The steel head has polished striking surfaces with black-finished cheeks.
- A smooth, shaped wooden handle offers balance and a comfortable grip during repeated use.
Who it's for
A dependable tool for UK bench jewellers, silversmiths, and craftspeople working with heavier stock like copper, brass, and sterling silver. Also suitable for light-duty engineering and metal fabrication tasks where controlled forming is required.
Specifications
- Head Weight: 6 oz / 170g
- Head Material: Steel
- Handle Material: Wood
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Is this the right tool for you?
Best for
- UK bench jewellers forming thicker gauge sheet and wire
- Silversmiths working with copper, brass, and sterling silver
- Craftspeople texturing and shaping non-ferrous metals
- Light-duty engineering tasks requiring controlled metal forming
Not for
- Heavy-duty demolition or construction tasks
- Precision work on very fine or delicate components
- Striking hardened steel or other ferrous metals
How this compares
| Ball Peen Hammer, 6... | Alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Head Weight | 6 oz / 170g, provides substantial force for shaping non-ferrous metals | Lighter weights (e.g. 2oz, 4oz) for very fine work, or heavier for general purpose |
| Head Finish | Polished striking surfaces with black-finished cheeks | Untreated or rough-finished head, prone to marking workpieces |
| Handle Ergonomics | Smooth, shaped wooden handle for balance and comfortable grip | Basic, unshaped wooden handle or plastic handle offering less control |
| Specialisation | Designed for forming thicker gauge non-ferrous metals in jewellery and craft | General purpose hammer for light DIY or basic assembly, not specialised |