Blacksmith Round & Big Flatter Hammer 3.9lbs

• Compact Power, Forged to Perform: this hammer is built for precision and endurance. With a shorter 10.62" (270mm) handle, it offers excellent control for close-in work while maintaining the full striking power needed for serious forging. Whether you're working on detailed blacksmithing projects or heavy-duty shaping, this hammer delivers reliable impact where you need it most.
• Engineered Strength: the head is hand-forged from high-quality AISI 1045 steel, then hardened and tempered to a Rockwell hardness of ~52–56 HRC. Weighing in at 1.80 kg (3.96 lbs), it's a solid, well-balanced tool designed to withstand years of intense use without compromise.
• Oiled Ash Handle: crafted from plain oiled ash wood, the handle is wedged securely with a steel wedge for maximum durability. Its smooth, natural finish ensures a firm, comfortable grip with excellent shock absorption — ideal for long hours at the anvil.
• Personal Touch: make it yours — we offer custom handle engraving for names, symbols, or a meaningful phrase. It’s the perfect way to turn a hardworking tool into a thoughtful gift or a personalized addition to your forge.

HOW WE DO

Hardening:
We preheat the hammer to about 1200°F (649°C). Then we increase the temperature to 1450°F to 1500°F (788°C to 816°C). Quench the hammer in the water.
Tempering:
To reduce the brittleness and increase toughness, tempering is essential. We clean the surface of the hammer to expose bare metal. This helps in monitoring the tempering colours. We heat the hammer in an oven. Aim for a temperature between 400°F to 500°F (trying to get 225°C) for a good balance of hardness and toughness. We hold the temperature for at least an hour per inch of thickness. Then we allow the hammer to cool to room temperature.
Testing and Verification:
After tempering, we test the hammer's hardness using a Rockwell hardness tester. Also, we have a simple rebound test. we strike the hammer against an anvil; it should rebound without chipping or deforming.

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