Refine New Jewelry Hammers To Optimize Results

[@erikaloeber6398]

Dear Profesor Ahr, thank you for being such a great instructor. You can't imagine how many things I've learned from your videos. I bettered my work . Thank you so much for everything.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Hi Erika, Thank you for the nice feedback on the videos. I'm so glad that they have helped you to improve your craft at the bench. Thanks for your support! : )

[@ingridsaab5413]

You are among the best teachers I've seen. Thanks for sharing your skills

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Thanks for the compliment. I'm glad that you are enjoying the videos. Thanks for your support! : )

[@celesteg5984]

You always make your videos super informative, but also a lot of fun!!

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Hi Celeste, Glad you enjoy the OJA's sense of humor. And, we hope that you always learn a little something from each video. Thanks for being a part of our success! : )

[@Jorjibou]

Dear Mr. Ahr, I really enjoy all of your videos and have learned a lot listening to you . And you always bring us a touch of humor plus common sense to help solve our jewelry problems! This one on polishing HAMMERS not only make sense but I have also applied the same principle to my new PLIERS! Once polished , less chance for them to mark our precious metal!!! Thanks, GB

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Hey GB, Thank you for the super nice comment. I'm glad that the OJA's videos are helping you to keep a smile on your face while you develop your craft. Thank you for your support! : )

[@avicennitegh1377]

I've been inspired by a friend's work but had no idea what goes into prep for a good result. As a painter was always impressed by the jewellery department shows, their presentation was immaculate, something that goes from start to finish. Impressed by your ability to communicate all this. Thanks

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Thank you for your comment. I appreciate the feedback. I often find that many people don't realize how much work and time go into making quality metal pieces. I'm glad that you think that I have communicated this concept in an acceptable way. Thank you for your support! : )

[@kimlyons8550]

This is great. It explains why all the cross peens I have seen have the straight edge unlike the Fretz hammers. Are they stainless? My hubby told me that my chasing hammer was chrome plated. I love how you lighten things up with a little bit of clowning.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Hi Kim, I'm glad that you like the videos. And, I'm glad that you appreciate our silly sense of humor. Hammers are not made from stainless steel. They are made from tool steel. I wouldn't be surprised if you have a chrome plated hammer. Often hammers and burnishers are chromed to appear as though they have been finished and polished by the manufacturer. You should sand through the chrome to avoid having it crack off and jump into your eyes. Wear eye protection for sure. Thanks for your support! : )

[@kimlyons8550]

Awesome. Thanks.

[@fujierobesky5651]

Can't wait to do this to my new hammer. Your such a great teacher. Thank You.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Thank you for the compliment. I know you will love you hammer even more after you give it a tune-up like this. Thanks for your support! : )

[@cleverkimscurios3783]

I think I'd have a lot of fun if I ever got to take classes with you in person. You crack me up.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Thanks Kim. I do hope to have you in class with me one day. Thanks for your support! : )

[@HistoryHighwithLisaMarrie]

Great video! I had no idea you needed to do this. Yours is the first video I've seen on this subject.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

I'm glad that I could teach you something new. Finishing your hammers this way will make a huge difference in the quality of your work. Thanks for your support! : )

[@ronj5714]

This is definitely a keeper! Thanks for sharing your skills. I got to subscribe, this was just too good.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Hi Rhonda, I'm so glad that you enjoyed the video. And, I'm pleased that you've chosen to become and OJA subscriber. Thanks for your support! : )

[@Dawnybros]

Educational and enjoyable as always. :)

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Hi Dawn, Thanks for the kind feedback. Cheers! : )

[@joannanorma]

Thank you. Excellent info. Salient and succinct

[@joelkoonce8559]

Top job Mate.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Thanks! And thanks for watching! 😀

[@BobNchannel]

great tip with using the phone book backing.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Hi Bob, Thanks for the compliment. We're all about doing things as cheaply as possible at the OJA. Glad you liked the tip. Thanks for your support! : )

[@terri4336]

what would be the proper shape of the hammer? should it be perfectly rounded like the edge of a coin? or should it be slightly flattened in the center of the hammer head? thanks for your answer

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

The whole surface of the hammer's face should be slightly curved. Thanks for your support! : )

[@christineadams2256]

GREAT VIDEO, THANK YOU.

[@Elizabeth-kq5wi]

Very good video as always. It make me think about going to the shop and buy a common hammer and transform it. Thanks for the tips!...and keep away from the booz, too much of it can get you to hammer your finger...lol

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Ah you saw the boo boo on my finger. Well, that happened when I was preparing for another video. I'm glad that this video inspired you to tune up a hammer. Thanks for your support! : )

[@nevajuzo4051]

👍 genial!!! muy instructivo, no conocía tantos tipos de martillo 😱, saludos 🙋

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Contento de que hayan disfrutado el video . Gracias por tu apoyo.

[@rolandschmidt8285]

Aber wir sollten nicht vergessen, dass es auch die gute alte Feile zur Metallbearbeitung gibt.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Stimmt, aber das Feilen von Werkzeugstahl kann lange dauern und Ihre Feile verschleißen. 😉

[@JaneThomas58]

Is there where to buy a less expensive jewelry bench?

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

You might find a less expensive jewelry bench for sale online. Sometimes just typing the word "sale" into your search will bring up discounted items. Otherwise, you might have to take a woodworking class to get a deal on a bench. The OJA doesn't promote any vendors or product manufacturers for free. Good luck with your search. Thanks for your support! : )

[@Liflowcbd]

Do you have to polish the hammer? I haven't yet bought and polishing tools.

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Your work will require less polishing if you hit it with a polished hammer. So, you don't have to polish your hammers. But, you'd be wise to spend the time putting a polish on your hammers. Thanks for your support! : )

[@DeanTheDoctor]

Shine on. 😊🌎✨

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching! 😀

[@olegpetelevitch4443]

Even if their Fretz ones ?

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Sorry, I don’t understand your question. 😕

[@ladforlife7801]

What kind of hammer is that?

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

That is a cross-peen hammer. Thanks for your support! : )

[@kathyspiers8438]

Good info--THANKS!!

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

Glad you liked the video. Thanks for your support! : )

[@beaddemon2572]

I don’t have a phone book. I’ll have to use my IKEA catalog. 😁

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

LOL! Come to think of it, I haven't seen a phone book in a few years. I'm sure that the IKEA catalog will work just as well. Thanks for your support! : )

[@MysteryFinery]

you and your jokes XDD

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

I'm glad that you appreciate my weird sense of humor. Thanks for your support! : )

[@Foxiepawstotti]

In my day too lol!

[@OnlineJewelryAcademy]

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