Thor Hide Hammer Leathercraft

Thor Hide Hammer Specifications

• The Malleable iron head combined with the Hide face gives a firm resilient blow that will not mark the finished work.
• Ideal where a heavy blow is required combined with a relatively small striking area.
• Faces are designed to wear and can be replaced. 

Size 2

• Length 305 mm / 12 inches
• Weight 800g
• Face diameter 38mm 1.5 inches
• Malleable Iron head fitted with two Hide faces. Wood handle.

Size 3

• Length 305 mm / 12 inches
• Weight 1230g
• Face diameter 44mm 1.75 inches
• Malleable Iron head fitted with two Hide faces. Wood handle.

Thor Hide Hammer Size 2 vs Size 3 – Which Should You Choose?

Thor Hide Hammer Size 2 – 800g

The Size 2 Thor Hide Hammer offers a practical balance between striking power and control.

With an 800g weight and a 38mm diameter striking face, it is well suited to applications requiring a firm, accurate blow without the additional weight of a larger hammer.

Best suited to: General workshop use, controlled leather forming, seam flattening and assembly tasks where a moderate-to-heavy blow is required.

Thor Hide Hammer Size 3 – 1230g

The Size 3 Thor Hide Hammer is the heavier option, weighing 1230g and featuring a larger 44mm diameter striking face.

Its additional weight allows greater impact force to be delivered with less swing effort, making it particularly useful for more demanding workshop applications.

Best suited to: Heavier assembly work, firmer leather forming and applications requiring substantial striking force over a relatively small area.

How to Use a Thor Hide Hammer for Leatherwork

The Thor Hide Hammer is designed for controlled, concentrated striking rather than general-purpose heavy hammering.

Step 1 – Prepare Your Work Surface

Place your leatherwork on a clean, stable and suitably supported surface.

For delicate leather, use an appropriate protective layer or supporting material to reduce the risk of unwanted impressions.

Step 2 – Select the Appropriate Hammer Size

Choose Size 2 for greater handling control and moderately heavy striking tasks.

Select Size 3 when additional striking weight is required.

Always consider the thickness, firmness and surface finish of the leather before applying force.

Step 3 – Position the Hide Face

Hold the wooden handle securely and position one of the hide faces squarely over the area to be struck.

Ensure the face makes even contact with the surface.

Step 4 – Apply Controlled Blows

Use light, deliberate strikes initially, increasing the force only when necessary.

The malleable iron head provides substantial striking weight, so excessive force is rarely desirable when working directly on leather.

Step 5 – Inspect the Finished Surface

Check the leather or workpiece after each series of strikes.

Avoid repeatedly hammering the same area if the material begins to compress, stretch or develop unwanted marks.

Top tip: The Thor Hide Hammer is considerably heavier than many traditional leathercraft mallets. When working on delicate leather goods, always test the striking force on an offcut first.