Trusty-Cook, Stubby's Cousin

[hammersmadeinusa]

How about some early feedback? Could you put a metal striking cap in the end of the handle. I could get some use out of that.

We're hoping to get some feedback from Forum members.

I've been told that the making the end of the handle metal would be difficult to do. There would be some issues with design and the mold for the hammers.

 

[Strouty]

That just sounds like an excuse to not have to do more work.......

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

That just sounds like an excuse to not have to do more work.......

We're going to be putting a new 3-pack on the website, a holiday special, and I'm thinking the 3-pack will contain the stubby flat-flat. Can I quote you on the stubby flat-flat?

 

[Strouty]

Sure, I meant what I posted, it is like the hammer of your dreams, of course I don't have one of those cool new fangled ones you posted to compare it to, but I love the stubby flat flat. They do need to be green or blue, the red ones are no good and the orange ones fail prematurely..............

 

[Strouty]

Seriously though, the size allows for access in tight quarters, the weight allows you to actually hit something, the flat flat seems to be better as I don't peen much these days, and the handle length allows it to be stored easily in any tool carrier, glove box, or pouch. Specifically for me, I can have one in my climbing belt pouch and don't have to worry about it falling out or the handle catching on something that makes it tumble a couple hundred feet to the ground.

 

[VinceG]

That hammer would be great.

 

[connorm]

We're going to be putting a new 3-pack on the website, a holiday special, and I'm thinking the 3-pack will contain the stubby flat-flat. Can I quote you on the stubby flat-flat?

Don't mind me I'll just be refreshing the multipack page for the next month and a half.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

Did somebody use the "G" word, green? I'm pretty sure that somebody used it. We happen to be running green and red this week.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

Don't mind me I'll just be refreshing the multipack page for the next month and a half.

I'll post a sneak peek once I have all the particulars.

 

[VinceG]

Did somebody use the "G" word, green? I'm pretty sure that somebody used it. We happen to be running green and red this week.

what abput blue?

 

[GForceJunky]

what abput blue?

And orange (or yellow, if not) please!

 

[Catch_22]

I'm looking to get one. I can see this being perfect for my yardbag that stays in the truck.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

Here are some particulars on the new hammer.

Weight: 2.80 lbs
Handle length: 8.50"
Overall Length: 10.50"
Head Width: 5.375"
Urethane Head Diameter: 2.00"
Steel Head Diameter: 1.625"

 

[jimmyin3D]

I really wish there were more options for the stubby flat flat steel faces. I have the SO trusty cook made 36oz stubby steel flat flat I would love smaller sizes though.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

Good feedback and comments, as usual. I will be back in Tuesday morning, and I should be able to get a few samples of the Cousin out before the weekend.

 

[Ton ton]

Hammers made in USA, Are there any brick and mortar stores that carry your hammers?

 

[connorm]

Hammers made in USA, Are there any brick and mortar stores that carry your hammers?

Summit. Any matco truck. And a ton others.

They’re trusty cook, which sells under the trusty cook name and various other brands which I’m assuming he can’t name in a public forum.

I’ve never seen a trusty cook in a store but then again i’ve really only ever been in a home depot and a harbor freight.

 

[Ton ton]

Thanks, connorm.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

Summit. Any matco truck. And a ton others.

They’re trusty cook, which sells under the trusty cook name and various other brands which I’m assuming he can’t name in a public forum.

I’ve never seen a trusty cook in a store but then again i’ve really only ever been in a home depot and a harbor freight.

The private labels we have on our website are the labels we are allowed to post. We were manufacturing 1,100 hammers a week of our model #3 for a private label customer. These hammers along with several other models for this customer were going into a big box store. We were informed (with very little notice) by our customer that they had decide to have the manufacturing of these hammers done offshore. We now have little to no presence in box stores, but our hammers are available on numerous websites that are not our website.

 

[zktk01]

Somebody put together a new video to answer a common question about our hammers.

https://vimeo.com/373229235/34a03c4f32

Haha loved the video

 

[PT Doc]

This came in from the plant the other day. Somebody apparently needed a gavel, and this hammer is the result. It's a pretty beefy gavel. I should have a handful of these to give away as Christmas presents. Anybody interested in giving us some feedback? I know that we have some fans of the stubby ball peens and flat-flat hammers.

Thanks.

I’d,like to give this a go seating stock in my milling machine vise.

 

[Ton ton]

I finally got around to watching the video. Thank you.

 

[Bighead38]

I could have really used this hammer yesterday working in a tight spot on a ford pickup.

I would put it tonite and let you know how it works out.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

Haha loved the video

Youngsters will be scratching their heads at this video, unless they are true movie buffs.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

We will be off the next couple of days and will be back in Monday. Anybody who has volunteered to put the hammer to use will be included in a drawing. This will take me some time to do when I get back. Please post in this forum, if you want to be added to the list. I will post the names (forum names) of the winners here. I have only two hammers to give out. I had five to start. Somebody around here swiped one, and I've sent two out for testing.

Happy Thanksgiving.

 

[Ton ton]

I'm interested in a ball pein hammer.

 

[Ton ton]

The private labels we have on our website are the labels we are allowed to post. We were manufacturing 1,100 hammers a week of our model #3 for a private label customer. These hammers along with several other models for this customer were going into a big box store. We were informed (with very little notice) by our customer that they had decide to have the manufacturing of these hammers done offshore. We now have little to no presence in box stores, but our hammers are available on numerous websites that are not our website.

Thanks, hammers made in the USA .

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

We've selected two forum members in our drawing. These two members will be receiving complimentary cousins.

mikebaker1129
Bighead38

If either person decides not to take a hammer, we will select another forum member for the cousin.

Thanks for your posts in this thread.

 

[mikebaker1129]

I am in !
Thank you Richard!
I really appreciate it.

 

[Strouty]

I got notice that there is a package waiting for me, can’t wait to see what it is! Thanks again to Trusty Cook. Will post pictures soon.

 

[Farmall450]

I don't like how the non-marring face has a larger diameter than the hammer body. I see that as a part that can interfere with nearby work surfaces if you are using the steel faced side.

If the steel striking face was the largest face, I think it would be cool to use, even better, both faces the same diameter.

Excellent observation. Agreed 100%.

 

[kythri]

Would be interested to know when these might be available for purchase.

 

[Bighead38]

We've selected two forum members in our drawing. These two members will be receiving complimentary cousins.

mikebaker1129
Bighead38

If either person decides not to take a hammer, we will select another forum member for the cousin.

Thanks for your posts in this thread.

Thank you.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

We're modifying some of the internal parts, which means it looks as if we're moving forward.

 

[RKA]

What I would like to see is that hammer with a ball pein end on the bottom of the handle so you could use it in tight quarters to strike straight down on something. That would give you three options with one hammer.

I second this! When I can't swing, I'll flip the hammer around and usually be able to use the handle to smash something into place.

 

[413dan]

nifty design that would fill a need for sure. if you need testing of products dont hesitate to reach out. will put it through trials in the shop. thanks and merry Christmas

 

[quattro_sinko]

Dang, looks like I missed this. Too much time working, not enough time on GJ.

 

[hammersmadeinusa]

Dang, looks like I missed this. Too much time working, not enough time on GJ.

You didn't miss anything. We're just getting started.

 

[WhoWhatNow]

You didn't miss anything. We're just getting started.

Is there a release date yet? I saw lilscorpion's review and it looks like this would be awesome to keep by the mill and lathe.

 

[DSLTRK]

This is a similar hammer that I use. Having the steel face on one side is great to avoid damage to the hammer, and I use it when separating rod ends.

Notice how the ends are the same size though. I think the TC would be better if it was similar