Fretz Large Hammer HMR-102P-Extra Wide Raising

The Fretz HMR-102P is the large extra wide raising hammer in the Fretz Large Hammer series — the biggest hammers in the Fretz lineup, comparable in scale to full-size silversmith hammers. This model is similar to the HMR-102 but features larger faces, making it well suited for working on larger-scale raising projects. The hardened stainless steel head is polished to a flawless finish, and the rosewood handle is finished with exceptional care — balance and feel in hand are hallmarks of the Fretz large hammer series.

The handle measures 250mm (9-7/8") in length, and the hammer head measures 105mm (4") in length. The two rectangular faces measure 23 x 13mm and 23 x 10mm respectively.

Features

• Extra wide raising faces — larger than the standard HMR-102 model
• Hardened stainless steel head polished to a high, even surface finish
• Two rectangular faces: 23 x 13mm and 23 x 10mm
• Rosewood handle with a refined finish for superior grip and comfort
• Balanced weight distribution suited for extended forming work
• Part of the Fretz Large Hammer series, the largest in the Fretz range

About Raising

Raising is the compression of metal down to the stake without stretching it. The key technique is to angle the metal off the stake so that an air gap allows for compression. The wide raising hammer can be used to raise sheet metal into a bowl shape against a wooden stake or a metal t-stake. It is also effective for raising in cylinders to form a concave shape, and for planishing subtle concave surfaces. The size of the hammer should match the scale of the work — larger projects call for the large hammer series.

Specifications

Notes

Fretz hammers are also available in sets — purchasing a set may offer additional savings when building out a raising or forming toolkit.