Burning Shanks

[Woodrow, John (Parramatta)]

List,
I need to straighten up the strike line of a couple of hammers in the
very high treble of an upright.  Simple question, is it OK to drop the
strike point by burning and bending the shank.

While I know its ok to burn and twist shanks,  is it considered quality
work to burn and bend shanks.

Appreciate your feedback.

Regards,
John Woodrow
Sydney Australia
ICPTG