Wile Plane Hammer by Veritas

A plane hammer delivers the light, controlled taps that fine-tune a plane blade's position, adjustments too delicate for a standard carpenter's hammer.

The 5/8" brass face suits metal-on-metal taps for adjusting the blade or cap iron, while the opposite Delrin face cushions blows when you're tapping against wood or a softer surface.

It's ash, 10 7/8" long for the reach and balance that controlled, repeated taps need.

No, its balance and light head also suit other fine-adjustment tasks around the shop, such as tapping chisels or aligning small jigs.