{"product_id":"fretz-hmr-104-large-embossing-hammer","title":"Fretz Large Hammer HMR-104-Large Embossing","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Fretz HMR-104 is the largest hammer in the Fretz lineup, comparable in scale to full-size silversmith hammers from Peddinghaus. Designed specifically for embossing work, this hammer gives metalsmiths and silversmiths the mass and reach needed to dome and stretch metal efficiently on large-scale projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe hardened stainless steel head is polished to a mirror finish, delivering clean, consistent strikes with minimal surface marring. The rosewood handle measures 250mm (9-7\/8\") and is finished to an exceptional standard—balanced in hand and smooth to the touch. The head measures 101mm (4\") in length and weighs 7 oz. (199g), providing the heft required for serious forming work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Embossing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Embossing is the stretching of metal by hammering from the inside. Bossing is a form of embossing when metal is hammered into a cavity; freeform embossing is performed with a sandbag. The large embossing hammer is used to dome metal from the inside, stretching it as it is supported on a sandbag or a depression carved in wood. Doming a piece of metal before raising makes it easier to control because the shape becomes rigid. This hammer also leaves a distinctive dimpled texture on flat and slightly domed metal when used on the outside of a form against a stake. For smaller, lighter projects, the HMR-4 Mini Embossing hammer is the appropriate choice; for larger work, the HMR-104 is the tool of choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSave even more when you purchase Fretz hammers in sets.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLargest hammer in the Fretz series—suited for full-scale silversmithing and metalforming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual round faces: 19mm and 15mm for versatile embossing work\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardened stainless steel head polished to a mirror finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRosewood handle with premium finish for comfortable, secure grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for doming metal from the inside on a sandbag or carved wood depression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates distinctive dimpled texture when used against a stake on the outside of a form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfectly balanced for extended forming sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHMR-104\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHead Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEmbossing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFace Shape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFace Sizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19mm \u0026amp; 15mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHead Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e101mm (4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHead Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 oz. (199g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250mm (9-7\/8\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosewood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHead Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardened stainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVietnam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 × Fretz HMR-104 Large Embossing Hammer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fretz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43580993700054,"sku":"137.234","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9832\/0342\/files\/fretz-large-hammer-hmr-104-large-embossing-otto-frei-1.jpg?v=1719957811","url":"https:\/\/www.ottofrei.com\/products\/fretz-hmr-104-large-embossing-hammer","provider":"Otto Frei","version":"1.0","type":"link"}