A very good vintage SYKES No 561 planishing hammer with round and square faces.

Marked '561' with the Diamond SYKES trade mark on one side of the handle.

1³/₈ inch (35mm) diameter convex or domed round face, 1³/₈ by 1¹/₂ inch (35 x 38mm) convex square face.

A few minor surface knocks, please see close-up images.

4 inches between the faces.

Much of the original red finish remains.

Excellent hickory shaft with flecks of the original trade label.

12 inches (305mm) overall length.