Rounded Planishing Hammer with Wood Handle, 10 Inch, Large-Scale Metalwork Jewellery Crafts Repoussé Tool
For silversmiths and metal-shapers working on larger forms, this planishing hammer provides the necessary mass and face profile for efficient smoothing. Its design is suited to finishing bowls, trays, and other holloware, helping to reduce finishing marks on the final piece.
Key features
- Dual steel head features one circular and one rectangular face, both with a shallow dome.
- Polished striking faces help to smooth sheet metal with minimal marking.
- The head's substantial mass aids in forming and planishing larger surface areas.
- Fitted with a shaped hardwood handle for balance and a comfortable grip during use.
- Measures 10 inches in overall length, providing good leverage and control.
Who it's for
An essential hammer for UK silversmiths, coppersmiths, and holloware makers. Also favoured by panel beaters and metal-shaping artisans for restoration and fabrication work.
Specifications
- Head Material: Steel
- Handle Material: Hardwood
- Overall Length: 10" (approx. 254mm)
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Is this the right tool for you?
Best for
- UK silversmiths forming larger holloware pieces
- Coppersmiths shaping bowls and trays
- Metal-shaping artisans working on restoration projects
- Panel beaters fabricating custom metal forms
Not for
- Detailed jewellery work requiring fine control
- Striking steel stamps or punches
- Heavy-duty industrial metal fabrication
- Initial rough shaping of thick gauge metals
How this compares
| Rounded Planishing Hammer with... | Alternatives | |
|---|---|---|
| Application Scale | Suited for large-scale silversmithing and holloware | Primarily designed for small-scale jewellery components |
| Striking Face Finish | Polished steel faces to minimise marking | Unpolished or rougher faces requiring additional finishing |
| Handle Ergonomics | Shaped hardwood handle for balance and comfort | Basic straight handle, potentially less comfortable during prolonged use |
| Head Mass | Substantial head mass for efficient forming and planishing | Lighter head, requiring more effort for larger surface areas |