History and Development
Jewelry making has been of great importance throughout human history and ornaments have been produced using precious metals and stones since ancient times. Jeweler's hammers, as one of the indispensable tools of this ancient art, have evolved over the centuries and are designed in accordance with today's modern jewelry techniques.
Jewelry Store Hammers
Jeweler's Hammers are specialized hand tools used in precision metalworking and jewelry making. These hammers are designed to provide the precision and control that jewelers need when forging, shaping and finishing precious metals such as gold and silver. The various types of jeweler's hammers have special head shapes and sizes to perform different functions.
Design and Features
Jewelry hammers are designed with different head shapes and weights depending on their intended use. Some of the features of these hammers are as follows:
- Various heading shapes such as flat, round, square
- Heads made of hardened steel or other materials to avoid leaving marks when working with soft metals
- Ergonomic handles for comfort during prolonged use
- Lightweight construction for precision workmanship
Areas of Use
Jeweler’s Hammers are generally used in the following operations:
- Refining and expanding precious metals
- Shaping jewelry pieces
- Giving texture to surfaces
- Precision assembly processes
- Metal wire processing and bending
