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Fretz Short Small Ballpein Hammer, NH-5S

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$53.4 $89 In stock

Part of the new Fretz NH Short Series. The NH-5S carries two small, bullet-shaped peins for fine dimple texture, small-scale doming and precise embossing on delicate work.

Why the NH Short Series is special:

  • Short head and handle for super control
  • Scaled for fine jewelry crafting
  • Hardened 420 stainless steel head with polished faces — can be repolished if ever needed
  • Oil-finished Padauk wood handle shaped to rest in the palm for super comfort
  • Bolt-through handle screw — the handle will never work loose
  • Handle length approx. 225 mm (8.9″); head length 70–73 mm
  • Designed by jewelers, for jewelers

Want the full series? Get the complete 5-piece NH Short Hammer Set for $349 and save $96 vs. buying all five individually.

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Customer Reviews (4.4 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Emily H. ★★★★★

These little hammer heads are perfectly balanced for intricate work—the two bullet peins hit exactly where I aim them, and the short handle gives me total control. Even on tiny bezels, I can place a precise dimple without worrying about stray marks. This is my go-to for delicate detail work now.

Grace G. ★★★★★

The dual bullet-shaped peins are perfect for getting into tight spots on delicate work—they leave a clean, consistent dimple texture without marring the edges. It's lightweight enough for precise control during embossing, though I did have to adjust my grip for the shorter handle at first.

Ryan ★★★★★

Finally got this little hammer in my hands, and the dual bullet-shaped peins create an incredibly fine dimple texture I couldn't achieve with my old tools. It's perfect for the small-scale doming and embossing I do on delicate pieces.