Locksmith Hammer with Wooden Handle, Octagonal and Rectangular Faces, Silversmith Repousse Jewellers Tool
For silversmiths and jewellers needing controlled shaping and texturing, this locksmith-style hammer offers excellent versatility. Its dual-face design provides both a broad octagonal face for general forming and a narrow rectangular peen for detailed work and creating defined lines.
Key features
- Features a dual-head design with one octagonal and one rectangular striking face.
- The 16mm octagonal face is suited for general shaping and forming of soft metals.
- A narrow 5mm x 16mm rectangular peen allows for creating sharp lines and detailed repousse work.
- The 120g head weight provides a good balance for controlled, delicate strikes.
- Fitted with a straight, smooth-finished wooden handle for a comfortable and secure grip.
Who it's for
An essential bench tool for UK jewellers, silversmiths, and craftspeople working with non-ferrous metals. Its design is particularly well-suited for repousse, chasing, and other detailed metal forming and texturing techniques.
Specifications
- Head Material: Steel
- Handle Material: Wood
- Head Weight: 120 g
- Head Length: 80 mm
- Octagonal Face: 16 mm x 16 mm
- Rectangular Face: 5 mm x 16 mm
- Total Length: 12" (305 mm)
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Is this the right tool for you?
Best for
- UK jewellers and silversmiths for detailed repousse and chasing
- Craftspeople shaping and texturing non-ferrous metals
- Users needing controlled strikes for delicate work
- Professionals requiring a versatile hammer for forming and line creation
Not for
- Heavy duty striking or demolition tasks
- Shaping hardened steel or ferrous metals
- Work requiring a single-purpose hammer
How this compares
| Locksmith Hammer with Wooden... | Alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Head Design | Dual-head with 16mm octagonal and 5mm x 16mm rectangular peen | Single-face or less specialised head shapes |
| Head Weight | 120g for controlled, delicate strikes | Heavier, less balanced heads for general purpose tasks |
| Intended Use | Detailed repousse, chasing, and metal texturing on non-ferrous metals | General hammering, carpentry, or basic metal forming |
| Handle Finish | Smooth-finished wooden handle for secure grip | Unfinished wood or basic plastic handle |