Fretz HMR-305 Large Raising Hammer

New in 2015 from Bill and Jordan Fretz, these Extra Large Silversmith Hammers are for when you need to move thicker metals without having to exert yourself. The weight of these hammers make the process of hammering heavy gauge metal easier because the weight of the hammer does the work rather than your arm and shoulders. These hammers do require some added strength to weld but they don't have to be used with anger. Rather let the size and weight of these extra-large silversmiths hammer do the work for you.

These hammers are considerable larger than anything Fretz has offered in the past with hammer weights including handles ranging from 350 to 800 grams (3/4 lbs to 1-3/4 lbs). The handles are fantastic as you have come to expect from Fretz, well-formed, smooth to the touch and nicely finished with thicker diameters than the Fretz Large Silversmith line. Heads are cast 422 Stainless Steel with fully polished ends. For use with non-ferrous metals. These hammers are available individually or in a set of 5. See part number 137.341-KIT for kit.

The HMR-305 is a broad faced raising hammer that moves the metal quickly when the metal is hammered from the outside of a broad shape. The metal is compressed down to the stake and is left in a relatively smooth condition when compared to bowls or hollowware that is raised with a narrow crosspein. The HMR-305 is often used for angle raising with a R-101 Raising Stake.

Aspect	Specification
Brand	Fretz
Face Shape	Cross-pein
Face Sizes	30 x 20mm & 30 x 15mm
Overall Length	11"
Head Length	112mm
Head Type	Raising
Head Weight	12.3 oz. (350g)
Country of Origin	Vietnam