Fretz MKR-403 Maker Precisionsmith Narrow Raising Hammer

The Fretz MKR-403 Maker Precisionsmith Narrow Raising Hammer is a crosspein-style raising hammer designed to upset thin metal edges, thicken them, and add texture to handwrought designs. One end features a very narrow face while the other carries a slightly wider face — these two variations allow the hammer to fit a wide range of concave shapes with precision. As part of the Precisionsmith series, this hammer is lighter and smaller than the standard Maker line, making it well suited for detailed, controlled raising work.

The Maker line was developed by Bill and Jordan Fretz in direct response to cheap, low-quality knockoffs entering the market. Every Maker hammer is built with hand-polished 420 stainless steel heads and oil-finished American Ash handles — delivering the style, balance, and functionality Fretz is known for at a more accessible price point. The cost savings come from a slight redesign of head shapes and the use of North American Ash in place of the paduk wood used on the premium line. The result is a high-quality, beautifully balanced tool that upholds the same attention to detail found in the full Fretz premium range.

Features

• Crosspein raising hammer with two distinct face widths for versatile concave shaping
• Narrow face on one end; slightly wider face on the other for fitting varied concave forms
• Ideal for upsetting thin metal edges, thickening metal, and adding texture to handwrought work
• Lighter and smaller profile than standard Maker hammers — part of the Precisionsmith series
• Hand-polished 420 stainless steel head for durability and a refined finish
• Oil-finished American Ash handle for comfort, balance, and beauty
• Delivers premium Fretz quality and style at a lower price point

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