A bench block is a hardened steel surface for hammering, stamping, and forming metal, and almost every silversmithing task that involves a hammer starts with one underneath your work. The steel gives you a firm, flat surface that won't deform under repeated strikes, which matters both for accuracy and for the quality of the finish on your metal.
We stock three options. The steel bench block is the standard choice for hammering and stamping. The rubber bench block is used underneath pieces when you need to protect the surface or dampen the sound, and is particularly useful for stamping work where you want the metal to sink slightly into the surface rather than bounce. The Pod Jewellery Steel Bench Block with Rubber Base combines both: a polished steel top for hammering and a removable rubber base to reduce noise and protect your bench.
