[Jewelry making - Article 00927] - Re: [Orchid] Hammers for forging

[Karen Goeller]

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Judy,

    I have to recommend the new Fretz hammers, which I know are
    available from both Rio and Otto Frei. I bit the bullet and purchased
    a set after seeing and trying a friend's, and they are the best
    investment I think I've ever made. The handles are beautifully
    balanced and shaped rosewood and the heads are themselves works of
    art. They come pre-dressed, but you can, of course, re-dress them
    yourself if they don't suit your preferences. 

    The basic set of 5 includes 2 planishing, 2 raising, and an
    embossing hammer. They've now come out with a set of 11 (Otto Frei
    has them), as well. They can also be purchased individually (but
    trust me, you get one and you're going to want more!). 

    Don't let their apparent small size fool you. They are ideally
    weighted and can work even thick non-ferrous metals. With their
    design, I can forge much longer and more effectively than I could
    with heavier traditional hammers. 

    I really love them! There's also a new set of mini-stakes from Fretz
    that I'm lusting over, but will wait a while on those. 

Hope this helps!

Karen Goeller
No Limitations Designs
Hand-made, one-of-a-kind jewelry
www.nolimitations.com
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