Will i be able to bend 11 guage sheet metal into a u shape by banging it with a hammer? I have never used s?

thick a material, only 16 guage which was easy to hammer into shape.Will i be able to bend 11 guage sheet metal into a u shape by banging it with a hammer? I have never used s?
it is possible but won't be very straight when done





it also depends how big a piece you're working with


and how tight a curve


will probably be best to bend over a pipe the size curve you want


if you want a tight angle then a sheet metal brake is neededWill i be able to bend 11 guage sheet metal into a u shape by banging it with a hammer? I have never used s?
Yes if it is four inches or under wide, wider you will need to heat it with a torch.


don't forget to wear heavy gloves.
yes, no problem