Damascus chasing hammer

[Dimitris Polychronis]

Hi,

For many years now I've been using these hammers for repoussé and chasing work.



The two on the right are relatively heavy (6.5 and 10oz.) with short and stiff handles; the smaller hammer on the left is 3oz. but has an equally short-stiff handle with the other two. Although these hammers are not made for this kind of work, they have served me well till now.

Making a chasing hammer was something I really wanted for quite some time now. I remember when I joined this forum Jon welcome me and asked what would be my next project and I said a chasing hammer.

I wanted to make something special, but not just one hammer; I wanted a set of 3 hammers, 2, 3 and 4ounces.



Anyway, I hope you enjoy the video.

All the best
Dimitris