Restoring and repurposing an old shoemaker's hammer

[Dimitris Polychronis]

Hello,

This is a shoemaker’s hammer I found long time ago. I had almost forgotten it in my toolbox; I decided that was time to do something with it and was the best candidate for a texturing hammer!


I left it to soak in vinegar

3 days later

With a bit of filing and sanding the job was done


After the hardening


As it looks now

Here is a short video if like to watch. Now, in one of the comments a viewer said that the process of wrapping and stitching the leather on the handle was short to see; he asked me if I could make a video showing the process in more detail, so I made one.
I thought you may find it usefull, so I post it too.

All the best
Dimitris

[DIYer]

Thanks Dimitris Polychronis! We've added your Testuring Hammer to our Hammers category,
as well as to your builder page: Dimitris Polychronis's Homemade Tools. Your receipt:

Texturing Hammer by Dimitris Polychronis

tags: hammer, restoration

[Scotsman Hosie]

Amazing restoration and repurposing of that shoemakers hammer, Dimitris. Amazing demonstration of patient craftsmanship, as well.

[Dimitris Polychronis]

Many thanks, I really appreciate your comment, my friend!!

Regards from Greece
Dimitris