[Healeys] knockoffs

[healeymanjim at hansencc.net]

i have noticed that the knockoffs made in the last few years must be of a softer brass than the old style.  i never use anything but a copper or lead hammer on knockoffs and it seems the new ones tend to flatten slightly on the ends.  my old original knockoff that i had rechromed in germany in the 80s are still as new with no flattening anywhere.  anyone else notice this.  i also have started using the large deadblow hammer from harbor freight on the new hubs and it seems to work much better as far as keeping them in shape.   hjim