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Backing hammer

Object/Artifact
Used backing hammer; metal head with flat face and solid back, wood handle.
Backing hammer picture number 1

2021.12.2

Used by bookbinders to curve and shape back spine of book

Demonstration

tools and equipment

12 mm

IronWood

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