Trusty-Cook, New Hammer in the Works

[hammersmadeinusa]

We’ve had numerous requests for a dual-purpose hammer—a soft face on one side and a steel face on the other side. Many of these requests have come from GJ forum members. Here’s a first run at this type of hammer.

This model has a steel rod in the head rather than a canister filled with shot. The weight is 3.05 lbs, and we’re using the same handle as our 47 oz ball peen (13.625” handle).

We’d appreciate any thoughts on this style and the looks of the model in the photo. I’m sure we’ll be getting a few in the hands Garage Journal forum members to get some feedback.

Thanks everybody.

 

[nes999]

I could see a lot if use out of something like this.

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[gdocktor3]

That's good for service trucks or over the road repair kits where space/storage is a concern. I like the looks of it. Nice job over there at Trusty-Cook!

 

[Travisnd]

Does it come in green?

 

[Todd.Brock]

Left side looks as I would expect. But the right side looks odd b/c of the size. What is the diameter of the face? I have a Snap on mallet that has two soft faces and the diameter would be about 1.75. Guessing that would be. About the same diameter ?? I like it and could see using/testing

 

[M6erfan]

Interesting

Is the soft end replaceable/removable? I agree that the diameter of the soft face looks odd. I would be very interested in a dead blow function with that type of hammer

 

[sld961]

I agree the soft side looks odd. What about tapering the diameter gradually to match the head in the middle, instead of having a definitive cylinder shape.

 

[gdocktor3]

Perhaps it is designed like that for better balance?

 

[firworks]

Cool! New designs! What was the reasoning behind not having a shot filled head? Couldn't attach the soft face to the cannister?

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

Cool! New designs! What was the reasoning behind not having a shot filled head? Couldn't attach the soft face to the cannister?

I just asked the question and was told I had my information wrong. There is shot in the head. It is made just like the BP47 except for the soft face on on side. I will get some head dimensions posted later on.

 

[KLO101489]

I'd recommend a replaceable soft head if possible

 

[bcradio]

I just asked the question and was told I had my information wrong. There is shot in the head. It is made just like the BP47 except for the soft face on on side. I will get some head dimensions posted later on.

Good to hear. This would have been my one key must-have feature for me to buy one. I think it looks great and I like the larger soft head myself.

Great Job

 

[Buster21]

I agree the soft side looks odd. What about tapering the diameter gradually to match the head in the middle, instead of having a definitive cylinder shape.

Kind of like the Proto.

 

[brooksdr]

Yeah I have to agree on the looks of the Proto.

 

[sld961]

Kind of like the Proto.

Yea, that's the look I was thinking of.

 

[hoston23]

any way we can get yellow hammers? they are easier to spot when working out in the field.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

Kind of like the Proto.

I think that there is some thought to make a hammer with a distinct look. Stanley purchased the predecessor to Trusty-Cook back in the early 1980s, specifically for the dead blow line of hammers. I'm not involved in design, but I'm pretty certain the end product here will be quite different than the Stanley hammer.

 

[bry@n]

I like the idea of the distinct look, but I would be concerned if I hit on the edge of the soft face, chunks would come off. That is why I like the tapered look but I'm open to anything.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

I like the idea of the distinct look, but I would be concerned if I hit on the edge of the soft face, chunks would come off. That is why I like the tapered look but I'm open to anything.

We're putting the soft face through its paces right now.

 

[aczr2k]

What ever happened to the dead blow extenders?

 

[OutsideMachinist]

Looks pretty good. Id rather the end opposite of the soft face was brass though.

 

[nelstomlinson]

Replaceable soft faces would be nice. Being able to screw on a plastic, or a rawhide, or a brass or a lead face would be very nice indeed.

 

[Pipe]

Looks pretty good. Id rather the end opposite of the soft face was brass though.

That's a nice idea

 

[reptilezs]

as a bicycle mechanic that style of hammer is popular. i prefer dedicated a deadblow ball peen and soft face hammers though. the soft face gets a good workout because we bang on the end of round tubes a lot

 

[Jbizzle]

Replaceable soft faces would be nice. Being able to screw on a plastic, or a rawhide, or a brass or a lead face would be very nice indeed.

This is the best idea yet! I'd be in for one.

The soft face being bigger than the other end does look weird.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

What ever happened to the dead blow extenders?

I've given out most of the dead blow extenders that we've made. We've had feedback about the general shape and the grip. As you will notice in the photo, the surface is smooth. We've been told that we need texturing in the handle and that the grip is a bit clumsy. I don't have too much feedback on specific applications. I know a body shop mechanic who kept a short length of 2X4 handy to get into tight spots. He now uses the extender rather than the 2X4 and says it works great. I’d like to get some more real world feedback on its use.

We’ve been using a temporary mold to make the extenders to date. We would need to have several molds made, which is an “investment”, before we go into general production. As a little info, our molds are machined out of solid chunks of steel (the model #4 mold weighs 56.85 lbs). We want to make sure we have it right before we have molds made.

Anybody have some application feedback for me?

 

[KMdef9]

On the subject of the new hammer, please offer it in a stubby version too! The deadblow feature is nice, it'll be the name reason I'd pick one up as I already have a section of plastic hammers.

I've given out most of the dead blow extenders that we've made. We've had feedback about the general shape and the grip. As you will notice in the photo, the surface is smooth. We've been told that we need texturing in the handle and that the grip is a bit clumsy. I don't have too much feedback on specific applications. I know a body shop mechanic who kept a short length of 2X4 handy to get into tight spots. He now uses the extender rather than the 2X4 and says it works great. I’d like to get some more real world feedback on its use.

We’ve been using a temporary mold to make the extenders to date. We would need to have several molds made, which is an “investment”, before we go into general production. As a little info, our molds are machined out of solid chunks of steel (the model #4 mold weighs 56.85 lbs). We want to make sure we have it right before we have molds made.

Anybody have some application feedback for me?

I'd love to get my hands on one of these. So many tight areas around fuel/brake lines I need to massage things and this would be great.

I'm sure they'll be well worth the investment.

What about 2 different deadblow extenders? One like you have pictured (2 plastic ends) and another that has one plastic end and one metal end like your hammer in this thread? I'd buy both right now!

 

[Steve_P]

Just general feedback .... I have a few of your dead blow mallets and find the grip portion way too small in diameter. I have normal sized hands for an adult male, I wear large gloves. The Trusty grip is much smaller than my Wiha, proto, HF and Nupla deadblow hammers/mallets and they're not as comfortable for me to use.

 

[firworks]

I've given out most of the dead blow extenders that we've made. We've had feedback about the general shape and the grip. As you will notice in the photo, the surface is smooth. We've been told that we need texturing in the handle and that the grip is a bit clumsy. I don't have too much feedback on specific applications. I know a body shop mechanic who kept a short length of 2X4 handy to get into tight spots. He now uses the extender rather than the 2X4 and says it works great. I’d like to get some more real world feedback on its use.

We’ve been using a temporary mold to make the extenders to date. We would need to have several molds made, which is an “investment”, before we go into general production. As a little info, our molds are machined out of solid chunks of steel (the model #4 mold weighs 56.85 lbs). We want to make sure we have it right before we have molds made.

Anybody have some application feedback for me?

I used it to knock free a starter on a 2002 Mercury Sable. I unbolted it but it was stuck on good. I was hoping to rebuild it so I didn't want to damage it getting it out. I snaked the DB extender down from above and got it right on top of the starter and was able to knock it free without harming it. Unfortunately my attempt at rebuilding the brushes was foiled by brittle plastic and the replacement was as expensive as a whole new starter from Advanced.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

Just general feedback .... I have a few of your dead blow mallets and find the grip portion way too small in diameter. I have normal sized hands for an adult male, I wear large gloves. The Trusty grip is much smaller than my Wiha, proto, HF and Nupla deadblow hammers/mallets and they're not as comfortable for me to use.

Thanks for the feedback.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

I used it to knock free a starter on a 2002 Mercury Sable. I unbolted it but it was stuck on good. I was hoping to rebuild it so I didn't want to damage it getting it out. I snaked the DB extender down from above and got it right on top of the starter and was able to knock it free without harming it. Unfortunately my attempt at rebuilding the brushes was foiled by brittle plastic and the replacement was as expensive as a whole new starter from Advanced.

Thanks for the feedback.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

Left side looks as I would expect. But the right side looks odd b/c of the size. What is the diameter of the face? I have a Snap on mallet that has two soft faces and the diameter would be about 1.75. Guessing that would be. About the same diameter ?? I like it and could see using/testing

The diameter of the soft face is 1.875". The rest of the specs match those of our 47 oz ball peen.

https://trustycook.com/product/47-oz-dead-blow-ball-peen-hammer-model-tcbp32/

 

[Roddyo]

It would be better if you could put the deadblow on the left side.

 

[cliftonbros89]

I'd be more so interested in the deadblow extenders than a multi faced hammer. I think a deadblow extender could really be handy for things. I now own, I think it's up to 14 TC hammers, dead blow and ballpeen. All in green with the exception of a Buddy Blaster, a blue blemished bossing mallet, and a red Armstrong branded ballpeen. I've been satisfied with them all. Especially with all the good deals TC offers. I even bought several for Christmas gifts last year.


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[PureLeaf]

Really interested in this new hammer!!

 

[winlinmac]

Looking forward to the intro price and testing this out

 

[Jarhead0408]

It would be better if you could put the deadblow on the left side.

HAH!

 

[Dennis Leigh Henry]

I'd recommend a replaceable soft head if possible

Hi Richard...

As soon as I saw this prototype, that is what I thought...how cleaver to make a "snap on" soft face to use on one end of the flat flat.. Interesting concept.. Has TC looked into that? Something that would fit snug or otherwise attach to an existing TC flat flat or ball peen...?

I'm certain the Firestone boys at Washington and Kitley would give the prototype thorough field testing....in short order.

 

[Sterff]

I like it. Id like it a lot more if the steel side was brass though.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

Hi Richard...

As soon as I saw this prototype, that is what I thought...how cleaver to make a "snap on" soft face to use on one end of the flat flat.. Interesting concept.. Has TC looked into that? Something that would fit snug or otherwise attach to an existing TC flat flat or ball peen...?

I'm certain the Firestone boys at Washington and Kitley would give the prototype thorough field testing....in short order.

We haven't looked into multiple options for the faces. We do however have a good relationship with a company that makes brass hammers.

http://www.abchammers.com/bronze_head_hammers.html