This chasing hammer has a smooth, slightly convex face to flatten wire as well and forming shapes from sheet metal. The rounded ball pin side can be used to give metal a "hammered", textured look. Chasing Hammer features a smooth face for flattening or forging metal, a rounded face for peening and riveting, and flat sides on the handle for an ergonomic grip—an essential tool for artisans, jewelers, machinists, metalsmiths, etc.