How to Use a Chasing Hammer: Part 1 - Learn to use the planishing face of your chasing hammer

In today's video, we're going to talk about how to use a chasing hammer. I find that this simple tool is one of the most misunderstood tools in many beginner wire weavers' toolboxes. So, I'm going to dispel some myths today while helping you master this amazing little tool.

I use my chasing hammer for two aspects of making wire jewelry: planishing, which is the technique I use for flattening and shaping wire. And peening, which is a texturing technique. Today's video concentrates on the planishing technique.

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This is Part 1 of a 2-part series where we'll dive deep into the art of using a chasing hammer. Be sure to watch for Part 2 where we'll talk about texturing wire with the ball peen face of a chasing hammer.

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⏱TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - How to Use a Chasing Hammer for Planishing
01:17 - Use the Right Tool for the Job
07:00 - Anatomy of a Chasing Hammer
09:45 - Learn to Feel Springback
11:06 - How to Tell If Your Hammer Has a Domed Surface
13:51 - How to Hold a Chasing Hammer
14:38 - Exercise 1: Practice Your Grip
16:01 - Finding the Right Hand Position
18:47 - Gauge Force with a Test Stroke
20:11 - The "J" Stroke (Drawing Stroke)
21:34 - Bonus Tip: How to Reduce Hammer Noise
22:13 - Paddling Wire Ends with a Chasing Hammer
25:01 - Shaping Curves with a Chasing Hammer

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