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Nail Hammers
Drive nails with the flat, steel face and remove them with the claw on the other end of the head.
Curved-claw hammers provide high leverage for nail removal. Straight-claw hammers are also known as framing hammers. They're a good choice for ripping and prying wood in addition to nail removal, but they do not remove nails as efficiently as curved-claw hammers.
Dead blow nail hammers have a head loaded with metal shot for a controlled impact and minimal rebound. The handle is lightweight to provide a fast swing while driving nails.
Serrated face prevents the head from slipping when striking.
Hickory handles resist vibration. Steel and aluminum handles are stronger than hickory handles but have less vibration resistance. Fiberglass handles combine the strength of steel with the vibration resistance of wood. Polycarbonate handles with graphite core resist breakage if you miss your mark.
Textured and ribbed grips provide slip resistance.
Hammers with a magnetic nail starter hold nails in position at the top of the head, so a free hand is not needed to steady the nail before striking it. Hammers with a nail pulling groove can remove nails in tighter spaces than claws. Hammers with a board grip hold 2" thick boards.
For replacement handles, see Hickory Hammer Handles.
| Head Wt., oz. | Face Dia. | Overall Lg. | Face Material | Handle Replaceable | Features | Each | |
Curved Claw | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hickory Handle—Plain Grip | |||||||
Smooth Face | |||||||
| 13 | 1 1/4" | 13" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 000000 | 000000 |
| 16 | 1 1/8" | 13" | Steel | Replaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
| 20 | 1 1/8" | 14" | Steel | Replaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
Steel Handle—Textured Grip | |||||||
Smooth Face | |||||||
| 12 | 1" | 11" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
| 16 | 1 1/8" | 13" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
| 20 | 1 1/8" | 13 1/2" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
| 22 | 1 1/4" | 16" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
Serrated Face | |||||||
| 22 | 1 1/4" | 16" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
Fiberglass Handle—Smooth Grip | |||||||
Smooth Face | |||||||
| 16 | 1 1/8" | 13" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 20 | 1 1/4" | 14" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
Polycarbonate Plastic Handle with Graphite Core—Ribbed Grip | |||||||
Smooth Face | |||||||
| 16 | 1 1/2" | 13 1/4" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
Straight Claw | |||||||
Hickory Handle—Plain Grip | |||||||
Smooth Face | |||||||
| 10 | 7/8" | 11" | Steel | Replaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
| 16 | 1 1/8" | 13" | Steel | Replaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
| 20 | 1 1/8" | 14" | Steel | Replaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
| 20 | 1 1/8" | 16" | Steel | Replaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
Serrated Face | |||||||
| 20 | 1 1/8" | 16" | Steel | Replaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
| 24 | 1 1/4" | 17" | Steel | Replaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 32 | 1 1/2" | 18" | Steel | Replaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
Steel Handle—Textured Grip | |||||||
Smooth Face | |||||||
| 12 | 1" | 11" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
| 15 | 1 1/4" | 13 1/2" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | Magnetic Nail Starter, Nail Pulling Groove | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 16 | 1 1/8" | 13" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
| 20 | 1 1/8" | 13 1/2" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
| 22 | 1 1/4" | 16" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 24 | 1 3/8" | 16" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 24 | 1 3/8" | 16" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | Board Grip | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 26 | 1 1/2" | 18" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
Serrated Face | |||||||
| 15 | 1 1/4" | 15 1/2" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | Magnetic Nail Starter, Nail Pulling Groove | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 20 | 1 1/8" | 13 1/2" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 000000 | 00000 |
| 22 | 1 1/4" | 16" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 24 | 1 3/8" | 16" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 24 | 1 3/8" | 16" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | Board Grip | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 26 | 1 1/2" | 18" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 30 | 1 1/2" | 16" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
Aluminum Handle—Textured Grip Dead Blow | |||||||
Smooth Face | |||||||
| 14 | 1 1/2" | 16" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | Magnetic Nail Starter | 0000000 | 000000 |
Serrated Face | |||||||
| 14 | 1 1/2" | 16" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | Magnetic Nail Starter | 0000000 | 000000 |
Fiberglass Handle—Smooth Grip | |||||||
Smooth Face | |||||||
| 16 | 1 1/8" | 13" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 20 | 1 1/8" | 14" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
Serrated Face | |||||||
| 20 | 1 1/8" | 16" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 24 | 1 1/4" | 17" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
Polycarbonate Plastic Handle with Graphite Core—Ribbed Grip | |||||||
Smooth Face | |||||||
| 20 | 1 5/8" | 13 1/4" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | __ | 0000000 | 00000 |
Nonsparking Nail Hammers
The face and head are made of aluminum-bronze that is Factory Mutual approved, so these tools inhibit sparking and are nonmagnetic and corrosion resistant. They satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present. Use them to drive and remove nails. All have a textured grip for slip resistance. For replacement handles, see Fiberglass Hammer Handles.
Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene.
| Head Wt., oz. | Face Dia. | Overall Lg. | Face Material | Face Texture | Handle Material | Grip Style | Handle Replaceable | Specifications Met | Each | |
Curved Claw | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 7/8" | 14" | Aluminum-Bronze | Smooth | Fiberglass | Textured | Replaceable | FM Approved | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 16 | 1" | 14" | Aluminum-Bronze | Smooth | Fiberglass | Textured | Replaceable | FM Approved | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 20 | 1 1/8" | 14" | Aluminum-Bronze | Smooth | Fiberglass | Textured | Replaceable | FM Approved | 0000000 | 000000 |
Riveting Hammers
Set solid rivets by hand. These tools are also known as paneing, setting, and seaming hammers. Use the flat end of the head to drive rivets and pins. The other end of the head has a wedge shape for creating corners and seams in sheet metal. For replacement handles, see Hickory Hammer Handles.
Hickory handles resist vibration. Steel handles are stronger than hickory handles but have less vibration resistance. Fiberglass handles combine the strength of steel with the vibration resistance of hickory.
Textured grips provide slip resistance.
| Head Wt., lbs. | Face Dia. | Face Lg. | Face Wd. | Overall Lg. | Face Material | Handle Replaceable | Each | ||
Hickory Handle with Plain Grip | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 1/2 | 11/16" | __ | __ | 11" | Steel | Replaceable | 000000 | 000000 |
| A | 3/4 | 13/16" | __ | __ | 13 1/2" | Steel | Replaceable | 000000 | 00000 |
| A | 1 | 7/8" | __ | __ | 14" | Steel | Replaceable | 000000 | 00000 |
| B | 1 | __ | 13/16" | 13/16" | 13 1/2" | Steel | Replaceable | 000000 | 00000 |
Steel Handle with Textured Grip | |||||||||
| C | 3/4 | __ | 13/16" | 3/4" | 11" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | 000000 | 00000 |
| C | 1 1/4 | __ | 15/16" | 7/8" | 12" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | 000000 | 00000 |
Fiberglass Handle with Textured Grip | |||||||||
| D | 1 | 1" | __ | __ | 12 1/2" | Steel | Nonreplaceable | 0000000 | 00000 |
Finishing Nail Drivers
The magnetic tip holds the nail; push the handle to easily drive and countersink the nail. Also known as brad drivers.
| For Nail Gauge | For Max. Nail Lg. | O'all Lg. | Material | Handle Material | Each | |
| 16 | 1 1/2" | 6" | Steel | Wood | 0000000 | 000000 |
Axes
Style A have a cushioned grip that reduces shock and provides comfort and some slip resistance. One side of the head has a hammer face. The hammer face on the 17” long ax is serrated, preventing the head from slipping when striking.