Salut, et bienvenue!
One of my basic smithing classmates wore fingerless weightlifting gloves, which gave her good palm protection, but still good control.
If you feel a spot on your hand getting hot and irritated from the hammer handle rubbing, get some tape on it right away, before the blister forms. I occasionally use weightlifter's chalk on my hands (especially if it's humid), which helps as well.
Salut, et bienvenue!
One of my basic smithing classmates wore fingerless weightlifting gloves, which gave her good palm protection, but still good control.
If you feel a spot on your hand getting hot and irritated from the hammer handle rubbing, get some tape on it right away, before the blister forms. I occasionally use weightlifter's chalk on my hands (especially if it's humid), which helps as well.
(Also, if you haven't already, please READ THIS FIRST.)