Fretz Revere R-GF Goldsmithing/Crosspein Hammer

From Alan Revere:

"This is my signature combination of two essential hammer faces. It is ideal for small forging projects. The cross peen is used to stretch metal in one direction when forging. The goldsmithing face is used for radial forging, moving metal outward in all directions, as well as planishing to remove marks left by the cross peen. Both faces can be used to produce attractive textures. There is no need to polish either end, just keep them tidy with Scotch Brite® or 220 abrasive paper. Unless this hammer is the final tool to touch the work, there is no need to polish. This hammer is required for classes at the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts in San Francisco, California."

The Fretz Revere R-GF Goldsmithing/Crosspein Hammer combines two essential hammer faces into one precisely balanced tool. The head is notably compact yet surprisingly hefty, delivering confident feel and control during small forging projects. The domed goldsmithing face is shaped for precise radial forging — moving metal outward in all directions — and for planishing to remove marks left by the cross peen. The cross peen face is larger than the riveting end found on the Revere Chasing Hammer, making it well suited for raising and texturing work.

The handle is round rather than pistol-shaped, a deliberate choice for added sturdiness. Unlike the smooth, polished handles found on other Fretz hammers, the Revere handle features a distinctive, deep texture developed to Alan Revere's exact specifications — the same philosophy behind the textured Revere Pliers — providing enhanced sensitivity and grip during use.

Features

• Signature dual-face design combining a domed goldsmithing face and a cross peen face
• Domed goldsmithing face ideal for radial forging and planishing
• Cross peen face sized for raising and texturing — larger than the riveting end on the Revere Chasing Hammer
• Compact yet hefty head with excellent balance in the hand
• Distinctive deep-textured round handle engineered to Alan Revere's specifications for enhanced grip sensitivity
• Round handle profile chosen over pistol grip for greater sturdiness
• Required hammer for classes at the Revere Academy of Jewelry Arts, San Francisco, California
• Faces can be maintained with Scotch Brite® or 220 abrasive paper — no polishing required unless the hammer is the final tool to touch the work

Specifications