8.5" BRASS HEAD HAMMER / MALLET - HEAD 1/2" WITH WOODEN HANDLE,ToolUSA" /> Each end of this hammer head has a 1/2 inch flat striking surface-2 tools in 1 This hammer is 8- 1/2 inches long overall, with a solid wooden handle The brass hammer head measures 2-1/2 inches across-for smaller, delicate jobs This is an excellent jeweler's hammer for use with a bench block or anvil Brass will not cause sparks, and will not scratch your precious metals