[CAUT] Hammer Alignment

[Jon Page]

I wouldn't say that I put stress on the shank while spinning them on.

The shanks are knurled (slightly compressed) and I bore the holes
3 to 5 thousandths larger. Any repositioning is done while holding the
shank with pliers so as not to stress the flange.

I keep the burning-in to a minimum, any that need realignment usually
get removed and reglued. I travel the shanks before installing hammers.
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Regards,

Jon Page