What’s this on my hammer?

[joshyross70]

The last couple of days I’ve noticed that my hammer hasn’t been opening up as much as it normally does. I noticed these white spots on it and some fuzzy hit looking thing. Any idea if this could be the reason why it isn’t opening up?

 

[ScubaFish802]

They look like spirorbid worms. I dont know if those would bother it that much but you could crush them with tweezers if you think that’s the issue

 

[saltyhog]

Agree with spirobid worms. They aren't the issue with your hammer....it being retracted just allowed you to see them, most likely.