Peddiman 57 Grooving Hammer by Peddinghaus

The Peddiman 57 Grooving Hammer by Peddinghaus is a 200-gram double cross peen hammer built for the serious silversmith and metalsmith. Versatile and precise, this hammer is a go-to tool for a wide range of forming and forging operations — from delicate edge work to bold textural effects.

This hammer is well regarded in the silversmithing community and has been cited by master metalsmith Charles Lewton-Brain as a recommended tool for fold forming. Whether you are raising vessels, forging wire, or exploring creative surface textures, the Peddiman 57 delivers the control and performance that professional work demands.

Features

• Double cross peen head design ideal for directing force with precision
• Thickens edges on raised vessels with controlled, repeatable blows
• Draws out heavy wire stock effectively during the forging process
• Widens ends of forged bracelets into a whale fin profile
• Creates deep groove textures with multiple blows
• Hammer in a radius to produce a sunburst surface effect
• Recommended by Charles Lewton-Brain for fold forming techniques
• One peen end can be reshaped to a narrower profile to suit specialized needs
• Suitable for a wide range of silversmithing and metalsmithing styles

Specifications

Notes

The 300-gram version of this hammer is no longer manufactured. The 200-gram model is the only version currently available. Detailed head and face measurements were not available at the time of publication.