Thread: Ball pin hammer

What would be a good ball pin hammer for applying the scales

I think an engraving hammer would be a good choice. They are light so you won't hit the pins too hard.

I have this one, but the head becomes slightly loose from the handle. I' m looking for another one.

My wife has two different sizes. There's no telling how many makers there are.

Anything in the 3-4 oz range will be fine,buy the cheapest one you can find and polish the ends, will last a lifetime.

Alright I'll know hat size to get

Originally Posted by Crotalus

I think an engraving hammer would be a good choice. They are light so you won't hit the pins too hard.

Then again, you could try not hitting hard

I have this one
Widget Supply Ball Peen Hammer, 4oz, Premium
you will need to polish the ends for it to do the job properly

What's the bet grit to start with when polishing

I just took mine to a 220grit sanding disk and then polish it some with Mothers polish. I polish my pins after I peen them so I don't spend too much time polishing my hammer.