{"product_id":"nc-black-synclastic-forming-kit","title":"NC Black Synclastic Forming Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis three-hammer forming kit is built for synclastic (convex) shaping across a wider range of sheet thicknesses, from micro-forming control to heavier push-forming. Each tool brings a distinct face geometry and feel, letting you move metal smoothly into compound curves with measured, efficient blows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree-piece synclastic forming set for convex shaping and compound curves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a micro-forming hammer optimized for controlled work on 20–24 ga sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a compact dual-purpose hammer for both anticlastic and synclastic forming in confined shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a larger synclastic hammer for pushing and forming heavier sheet ranges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple face geometries provide options for broader coverage or more focused contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTool-steel heads formed using traditional cutting and shaping methods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-fabricated one at a time with carefully finished working surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWooden handles are handmade and finished for comfort and long service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTool Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSynclastic forming hammer kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePieces Included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 hammers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Sheet Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18–24 ga (varies by hammer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHead Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh grade tool steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHandle Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade wood (hickory specified on one hammer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufactured In\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSA (Mount Airy, North Carolina noted for NC Black tools)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNC Black Co.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e137.928\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNC Black 8 C Synclastic Shell Forming Hammer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e137.946\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNC Black 26 Buster Anticlastic \u0026amp; Synclastic Hammer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e137.964\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNC Black 54 Maggie Synclastic Hammer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNotes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNC Black Company has been making metalsmith hammers in the USA since the early 1990’s. All tools are hand fabricated one at a time by expert craftsmen and are guaranteed by the factory in Mount Airy, North Carolina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results with the C Synclastic Shell Forming Hammer, work 20–24 ga sheet and build your form gradually with controlled, glancing blows rather than heavy strikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 26 Buster is designed by Annie Grimes Williams and is intended for micro-scale forming techniques; the Elyse, Nancy, and Buster hammers are designed as a stepdown system from large to small.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"NC Black Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47834912424150,"sku":"112.814","price":224.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0609\/9832\/0342\/files\/112.814_thumb_40565452-6cc9-4c1b-bb73-785bf835c725.jpg?v=1770848826","url":"https:\/\/www.ottofrei.com\/products\/nc-black-synclastic-forming-kit","provider":"Otto Frei","version":"1.0","type":"link"}