Fretz Large Hammer HMR-106-Blocking

The Fretz HMR-106 Large Blocking Hammer is built for raising, stretching, and heavy forming on larger workpieces. It combines a hardened stainless steel head with a finely finished rosewood handle for balanced, controlled blows and a clean surface transfer. Sized as the largest blocking hammer in the Fretz line, the HMR-106 is an essential tool for silversmiths and metalsmiths tackling bowls, bracelets, and substantial hollow forms.

Features

• Largest Fretz blocking hammer: sized for silversmithing and substantial forming work.
• Hardened stainless steel head: highly polished faces move metal efficiently with minimal marking.
• Shaped rosewood handle: smooth finish and comfortable leverage for long sessions.
• Balanced strike: delivers power and control for planishing after blocking.

Specifications

Applications

• Blocking bowls, bracelets, and larger hollow forms
• Initial shaping before planishing and refining
• General silversmithing and forging tasks requiring mass and control

Notes

• Match the face to the stake radius to reduce unintended marks.
• Keep faces polished—a clean surface shortens subsequent planishing time.
• Work from broad shaping to finer refinement to maintain form accuracy.