Hammer time!
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jeffmoss26
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The hammer is complete! Note the drawing by the fine folks at Harry Epstein!
So I'm guessing the guys in shipping were bored?jeffmoss26
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Nope, I asked them to draw it for me 
djkeev
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Hammers, I've go hammers but this one interests me.
What is it for?
I need a new handle for it but despite visiting commercial tool suppliers and looking on line, I cannot find the thin delicate handle it as now. Does anyone know of a source or maybe you make them?
Dave
What is it for?
I need a new handle for it but despite visiting commercial tool suppliers and looking on line, I cannot find the thin delicate handle it as now. Does anyone know of a source or maybe you make them?
Dave
metaldad
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Nope, I asked them to draw it for me
well, didja frame it?
jeffmoss26
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Nope but I did cut it off of the rest of the box, and tacked it to my wall! (using my Vaughan tack hammer, also from Harry Epstein)
Hammers, I've go hammers but this one interests me.
What is it for?
I need a new handle for it but despite visiting commercial tool suppliers and looking on line, I cannot find the thin delicate handle it as now. Does anyone know of a source or maybe you make them?
Dave
Probably for fine metal working like silver smith or copper work. Very nice!
jeffmoss26
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here are a few additions.
The first three are from yesterday's garage sale. The ball peen is one I got a few weeks ago, that I put a new handle on.
The first three are from yesterday's garage sale. The ball peen is one I got a few weeks ago, that I put a new handle on.
Five of my additions from yesterday. 4, 8 and 12 oz BPs' the claw is an 8 oz Cheney. Cheney made a lot of interesting hammers including an Adz hammer, and several "nail holding" hammers. too bad this wasn't one of those... The sheet metal hammer is now my smallest one of those.
and the sixth, I think this one was hand forged.
And how to destroy a hammer handle in one easy step. Nails should never be used as they don't increase the pressure inside to any significant extent, and a bunch of them just destroy the integrity of the handle leading to failure... probably why this one broke.
And why do people ALWAYS use roofing nails?
and the sixth, I think this one was hand forged.
And how to destroy a hammer handle in one easy step. Nails should never be used as they don't increase the pressure inside to any significant extent, and a bunch of them just destroy the integrity of the handle leading to failure... probably why this one broke.
And why do people ALWAYS use roofing nails?
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jeffmoss26
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Nice!! Notice the small metal hammer in my pic? I think it's really cool!!
fflintstone
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Thor, one of my favorites,
By fflintstone at 2011-11-08
Some others I have "reconditioned" I have a tutorial thread on another garage forum.
By fflintstone at 2011-08-08
and some of my mechanics hammers, no pics of the few body hammers, or carpentry hammers.
By fflintstone at 2011-11-08
Some others I have "reconditioned" I have a tutorial thread on another garage forum.
By fflintstone at 2011-08-08
and some of my mechanics hammers, no pics of the few body hammers, or carpentry hammers.
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jeffmoss26
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Outlaw, it's actually brass!! This will be my first brass hammer. My next project is to replace the handle on the claw hammer on the left, it's in bad shape.
jeffmoss26
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I noticed it was a bit bright, so I took it over to the wire wheel, and behold, brass!
I have some Blue Magic polish, will that work?
I have some Blue Magic polish, will that work?
jeffmoss26
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I used it on some lock picks, after sanding them down with 200, 320, 600, and 1500. Turned out great!
ricleh
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Most of my hammers and mallets
That one came from a house with a garage that had many well used tools. In fact, the face of that hammer has a rather large chip out on the outer edge. I'm not gonna fix that but i might switch the handle out so Bonney reads correctly.
The tiny hammer will go into my early 40's Snap on tool chest of old tools i'm collecting since i discovered this site and alloy artifacts. If i ever decide to become an elf toymaker, i'll at least have a hammer to use
I've got a tiny hammer like that, with a solid rod handle. It's a rod in the middle, and then larger diameter at the end, with knurls around it for grip.
It's the most used hammer in my tool box. Everywhere you need firm pressure, but more than your fingers can apply.
-Brad
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lot of nice pics of hammers on here....
stupid question for you guys... does craftsman give a lifetime warranty their hammers? Quick back story... I bought all my craftsman hammers about 10 years ago. After 10 years of using them on weekends and in repair shops the wood is starting to crack.
When I first discovered snap on I saw their hammers and thought "thats a waste of money." Now I look at them and can see why they are more money.
stupid question for you guys... does craftsman give a lifetime warranty their hammers? Quick back story... I bought all my craftsman hammers about 10 years ago. After 10 years of using them on weekends and in repair shops the wood is starting to crack.
When I first discovered snap on I saw their hammers and thought "thats a waste of money." Now I look at them and can see why they are more money.brslk
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My meager hammer drawer. After reading this thread I need to get more / better hammers!
jeffmoss26
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Got the hammer repaired and cleaned up today! The head was loose too.
Those short handled claw hammers can be bought, alot of times they are in the HF flier. I believe I saw one at Sears the other day, not Cman but an import.
My newest addition to my hammer drawer.
Craftsman 48oz drilling hammer
. Made in the USA.
Craftsman 48oz drilling hammer
Well figured I would post of some of my hammers
here is most of my snap on hammers that I have some what restored and replaced handles, along with a couple others
this is my fairmount collection, still need to find a couple more
I am not sure about this hammer as I have yet to find a use for it, but it looks cool in the box
these are my most used hammers, I use the Mac hammers daily and the others are there for back ups
here is a couple others that will be restored soon, a porter ferguson, proto, snap on, herbrand, and a odd ball
some random ball benn hammers, some plumb and Mac and a few Mac bp that need handles
and the last few I have cleaned up
here is most of my snap on hammers that I have some what restored and replaced handles, along with a couple others
this is my fairmount collection, still need to find a couple more
I am not sure about this hammer as I have yet to find a use for it, but it looks cool in the box
these are my most used hammers, I use the Mac hammers daily and the others are there for back ups
here is a couple others that will be restored soon, a porter ferguson, proto, snap on, herbrand, and a odd ball
some random ball benn hammers, some plumb and Mac and a few Mac bp that need handles
and the last few I have cleaned up
brslk
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Eric is correct. You can buy them like that. I bought mine at the Canadian equivalent of harbor freight (Princess auto).
It has come in handy several times.
Bruce.
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its hard to believe 4 months ago I had one tool box, and only 3 hammers lol
Buying hammers is additive, every time I go by a flea market or yard sells I am always looking for hammers, At this point I think my kids have as much fun as I do finding them and cleaning them up.
cbracer
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So I purchased 4 different hammers because I couldn't decide which ones I wanted. I looked at PB Swiss, Wiha, Nupla and Halder. Nupla is a large US company and an OEM to many different US tool companies.
First off is the split face Wiha hammer. This is a really nice piece. I purchased the hammer alone and 3 different faces. It was cheaper than buying the whole kit which featured two additional square faces I figured I'd never really use. The only negative thing is the top of the split housing is a large 1/8" gap where dirt can get in and fill up. So it's not something you can just drop down into dirt. Nupla offers screw in ends with more offerings, but the wiha one was cheaper on sale and I preferred the Hickory handle.
The next three hammers are all dead blow. I surely prefer the dead blow after using both in many different situations. More force for longer period of time. The only time you don't want a dead blow is if you're trying to break something rather than move something.
The PB Swiss hammer offers the smallest diameter head at 22mm, and is the nicest in my opinion. It's very light and also a deadblow hammer. Rather than the round pellets of all other deadblow hammers, the PB Swiss has a series of metal washers instead. This keeps the forces going directly in the direction of the hammer making it better to swing. The metal washers are a bit louder than the Wiha, sounding more like a rattle. PB Swiss offers two different caps, a hard nylon and a metal capped. PB Swiss price, but also PB Swiss quality.
Next are two Wiha dead blow hammers, the 25mm and 40mm. The 25mm is very light and the 40mm is too heavy for me. I think a 30 or 35mm would be ideal. The Hickory handles have a light clear coat over them. This should extend the life of the wooden handles, but isn't as natural looking as their split face or the PB hammer. The deadblow pellets are quieter than other deadblow hammers, as some others have mentioned. The negative side is there aren't different ends available, only the medium hard polyurethane ends. At least they are replaceable.
Most companies offer fiberglass shafts or full metal shafts. The wooden handles are lighter, placing more weight on the end. This can be both a positive and a negative. Positive because the hammer is lighter, but negative because the balance point is further away from your hand which can make the hammer harder to control. Of course the soft rubber grips are also nicer, feed less forces back into your hand and won't slip if your hands are sweaty. I think the fiberglass or metal shaft on 35mm or larger dead blows is the way to go, and wooden on the smaller hammers.
You can get the Wiha hammers almost anywhere, but look around for the best price as they do vary. I'm likely going to sell my two Wiha deadblow and get another PB Swiss. For PB Swiss there are very few dealers in the US. I bought mine from Tool Lady, who upon reference will provide first time buyers a 10% discount, just tell them Chris Brown sent you.
First off is the split face Wiha hammer. This is a really nice piece. I purchased the hammer alone and 3 different faces. It was cheaper than buying the whole kit which featured two additional square faces I figured I'd never really use. The only negative thing is the top of the split housing is a large 1/8" gap where dirt can get in and fill up. So it's not something you can just drop down into dirt. Nupla offers screw in ends with more offerings, but the wiha one was cheaper on sale and I preferred the Hickory handle.
The next three hammers are all dead blow. I surely prefer the dead blow after using both in many different situations. More force for longer period of time. The only time you don't want a dead blow is if you're trying to break something rather than move something.
The PB Swiss hammer offers the smallest diameter head at 22mm, and is the nicest in my opinion. It's very light and also a deadblow hammer. Rather than the round pellets of all other deadblow hammers, the PB Swiss has a series of metal washers instead. This keeps the forces going directly in the direction of the hammer making it better to swing. The metal washers are a bit louder than the Wiha, sounding more like a rattle. PB Swiss offers two different caps, a hard nylon and a metal capped. PB Swiss price, but also PB Swiss quality.
Next are two Wiha dead blow hammers, the 25mm and 40mm. The 25mm is very light and the 40mm is too heavy for me. I think a 30 or 35mm would be ideal. The Hickory handles have a light clear coat over them. This should extend the life of the wooden handles, but isn't as natural looking as their split face or the PB hammer. The deadblow pellets are quieter than other deadblow hammers, as some others have mentioned. The negative side is there aren't different ends available, only the medium hard polyurethane ends. At least they are replaceable.
Most companies offer fiberglass shafts or full metal shafts. The wooden handles are lighter, placing more weight on the end. This can be both a positive and a negative. Positive because the hammer is lighter, but negative because the balance point is further away from your hand which can make the hammer harder to control. Of course the soft rubber grips are also nicer, feed less forces back into your hand and won't slip if your hands are sweaty. I think the fiberglass or metal shaft on 35mm or larger dead blows is the way to go, and wooden on the smaller hammers.
You can get the Wiha hammers almost anywhere, but look around for the best price as they do vary. I'm likely going to sell my two Wiha deadblow and get another PB Swiss. For PB Swiss there are very few dealers in the US. I bought mine from Tool Lady, who upon reference will provide first time buyers a 10% discount, just tell them Chris Brown sent you.
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jeffmoss26
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Bringing this thread back from the dead...two hammers I re-handled today.
The small one is Fairmount I got several weeks ago, finally got the right size handle for it! Only took two different orders...oh well!
The bigger one I simply took the current handle off, cut it a bit shorter, and then re-fit it because I did not like the way it was mounted. It also did not have a metal wedge. The tape is because the wood split :/
The small one is Fairmount I got several weeks ago, finally got the right size handle for it! Only took two different orders...oh well!
The bigger one I simply took the current handle off, cut it a bit shorter, and then re-fit it because I did not like the way it was mounted. It also did not have a metal wedge. The tape is because the wood split :/
Amitygravel
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jeffmoss26
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Two more hammers from today...
32 ounce (!!) Vaughan framer, and a Stanley rip hammer.
32 ounce (!!) Vaughan framer, and a Stanley rip hammer.
Amitygravel
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Hey Outlaw ,
Sorry , didn't see your question til now.
Not sure of the weight , don't have any scales.
Its damn heavy though !
Craig
Sorry , didn't see your question til now.
Not sure of the weight , don't have any scales.
Its damn heavy though !
Craig