What is another word for ball-peen hammer?
Pronunciation: [bˈɔːlpˈiːn hˈamə] (IPA) 
The ball-peen hammer is a type of handheld tool that is used to strike or shape metal objects. It is traditionally distinguished by the rounded head on opposite sides of the hammer's main shaft. However, it can also be referred to by other names such as machinist hammer, engineer's hammer, or even peen hammer. The term "peen", in fact, is often used interchangeably with "ball-peen", as is "cross-peen", which features a more flat, rectangular peen that resembles a chisel. Other synonyms include "blacksmith's hammer", "metalworking hammer", and "smithing hammer". Whether you need to flatten metal surfaces or shape them into intricate designs, there is a tool in the ball-peen family that will suit your needs!
