Graphical Construction Glossary >> Tools. >> Hand Tools >> Ball Peen Hammer
More of a mechanic's and blacksmith's tool but now and again they found use in other trades. The peen is the part behind the hammer head and is used for riveting and curving metal.
Like all hammers they come in different weights. This one is a two pounder.
This particular hammer has had quite a lot of service driving in 3" nails fixing a 2" hardwood warehouse floor and also heavy hardwood timber framing work. This was before pneumatic nail guns appeared on the scene. The good balance, long shaft and heavier weight made it a better choice for hard framing work.
Given the same work again without the use of a nail gun, an American framing hammer would be my choice, but they were not available in Australia in the time I am referring to.
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