Claw Hammers Reviews

The Titanium head is awsome, But in 5 years I've Gone threw 25-30 Curved Graphite handle's, But the handle's are replaceable the head is what makes this hammer. You can go from framing to finish with the same hammer. 100% Satisfaction Guaranted

You will not find a better hammer than this one I tell you! The balance of it and how it swings in uncomparable to any other hammer on the market. Don't settle for any other titanium hammer than the death stick!

I purchased this hammer for my son who is a carpenter by trade.He said it is the best hammer he has ever owned.He loves the light weight and the curved handle.Every one that has tried out his hammer says they would love to have one like it.He also says he would never want to go back to a steel headed hammer agin.Also says the next hammer he buys will be a Death Stick.

I have a lot of hammers. This is the best. A joy to use. What else can I say.

The art of making a good hammer isn't exactly new. This claw hammer isn't too different therefore from the claw hammers of our fathers or our father's fathers. This hammer does absorb the impact very well, and is very lightweight for its strength. The hammer is made by Stanley, so you know its going to be a good quality construction, but there is really nothing here that is much different from any other hammer. Its not laser guided and doesn't have GPS tracking, but it is reliable when it comes to knocking nails into things.

Amazing hammer. Works like a hot darn. Easy to hold when it gets wet. Packs quite the punch but does not feel awkward. My only complaint is the checkered face on mine wore down very quickly, not a huge deal however. It sure has made the tendonitis clear up in my elbow. Keep up the good work Stanley!

I've got a four year old son. I'm confident this hammer will be among his cherished heirlooms.

The "D" shaped head is a great design. With a little practice you can roll the hammer just a touch on that last stroke and set the nail head with the corner. I also get tremendous leverage with the side pull by hooking the nail and pulling forward against the nose as if I were using the claws. This is another place the flat face of the "D" head really shines - That flat edge is a very stable fulcrum.

I hate to admit it but I've driven steel pins into limestone, for concrete forms, with this hammer without so much as a mark on the face to show for the substantial abuse. This hammer is tough!

The balance is just right, the features are clearly designed by and for a real carpenter and Mr. Douglas even managed to make it a work of art fit for a gallery wall. My hat's off to you sir - I believe you may well have arrived at the perfect hammer!

I'll add my own recommendation to the chorus: the Douglas hammer is wonderful. One thing no-one seems to have mentioned is the side nail puller feature. It allows the pulling of nails that are fully clinched! If my Douglas ever breaks (and I have seen one broken head, apparently from misuse), I'd buy another.

I have tried other hammers, Stilletto, Stanley (UGH!), Vaughn, etc. The Douglas is a work of art let alone an well designed tool. The Traction Face is stellar and won't mushroom after repeated wailing on a nail puller. The center nail pull is nothing short of amazing, talk about leverage. Magnetized nail set is very handy, and most of all the polished steel is just sexy. I also have a waffle face for demo work, and an 18 oz finish that is just as nice. American made, and well made at that.

This hammer is an excellent complement to a full-fledged framing hammer. Because it has a shorter handle than the Estwing framing hammers, it works great for sheathing roofs and roofing, as well as other closer-in work. Still has the rip claw like a framing hammer. The 20 oz. weight gives it the right punch to drive nails without being unwieldy. The new shock-reducing handle does seem to work. Certainly softer than the old handle style.

I purchased my Estwing 20 oz. Vinyl Grip Rip Claw Hammer from a certain Blue store recently. Although it costs more than other hammers, the Estwing is superior due to its simple one-piece design. During a long day of installing wood siding with this hammer recently, I appreciated its flawless weight distribution and rigidity. The grip is of excellent design and proves comfortable day after day on the job-site. After a redesign from previous generations (which I have occationally used), the new grip material is softer, thereby reducing vibration noticably over previous models.

Let me start by saying that I am not a contractor and I don't use my tools for a living. Having said that, I do all of my own home repair/renovation work and at one point or another I have built everything from furniture to room additions to a 24' by 40' pole barn. I have owned this hammer for a long time - at least 6-8 years, and although the metal has tarnished to a dark grey it is still in as good of shape as the day I bought it. The face has remained very flat and true and the handle grip is holding up just fine. I love the balance of this hammer and the weight is just right for jobs like framing where power is more important than finesse.

All in all this is what I would consider a useful and indestructible tool at a great price.

This is a great all around hammer. I've been using it for about 2 years. At 18 oz it's the perfect compromise if you are unsure of a 16 oz trim hammer or a heavier 20 oz. With an overall length of 15" you have that extra leverage for pulling nails. I haven't broken a handle but they seem easy to replace. The only thing I would change is the side nail pull, I like to hit chisels etc on the side and it has a hollow spot on the left. Great quality tool, and it doesn't chip like Titanium.

what a nice hammer!! i saw it and realy liked the look of it and splashed out and got one - what a difference!! i was a but unsure of how it would last but i have had it about 3 months now and the head shows no sign of coming away from the handel.
If you are used to the estwing or stanly hammers that i am then give one a try - the realy are impresive and they look realy cool too - talk of the tradesmen on site!!!

I'm not sure I'd really label it a finish hammer, but it is great for general use. I've been using it every day for a little over a year, and all I've had to do is reglue the handle and tighten up the screws. I love it for framing and siding, but I tend to swing something lighter when I get inside. The Douglas 15 oz is very nice. So is Estwing's leather handled 16 oz.

Purchased this for some weekend warrior deck repair. Excellent balance and I was actually suprised how much a company could improve such an age old tool!

If you want a hammer that is well balanced, a comfortable grip, alot less of vibration, stress & impact to your wrist, hands & shoulders; GET ONE & TRY IT OUT! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS ONE!
The 16 0z. model is a great hammer also but suffers with a ringing noise unlike the 20 Oz. model; (it may be due to more metal in the head of the hammer which absorbs the ringing noise.)

One of the reviewer wrote something to the effect, "it's a hammer, what's the big deal". Well, I pretty much thought the same thing, and always used cheap hammers. What a difference this hammer (or probably any quality hammer) makes. It feels balanced in you hand and gives you confidence when hammering. If you don't have a good hammer in your tool box, get one.

This is a very well ballenced, confortable hammer to use all day. It's got the magnetic grove the help start nails. Also it's just the perfect weight, not so heavy that you'll get tired of carying it, but heavy enough to drive 16D nails in two swings (and 8D in one, after starting the nail).

I've pounded nails for 20 years and this is the best framing hammer I have found.The balance is great,it's durable,and the magnetic nail starter is something you can't live without.Highly recommended!

This hammer is great, the balance is great, its light enough to swing all day long, the magnetic nail starter is great and easy to use after a little practice. Plus it I can drive 16's in three to four swats, in frozen southern yellow pine trusses.

OXO International is one of my favorite kitchen and now tool production companies. Why? Because everything they design has the consumer in mind. Featuring it's "Good Grip" enhancements, OXO has been awarded the Tylenol Arthritic Award.

You don't have to be hurting to appreciate this well crafted (10 oz.) hammer. In fact, it just might keep you from feeling hammering pains! The soft side grip gives you just the right amount of control, while absorbing some of the shock to your hands. A clever MarGuard feature truly protects against markings from walls and wood while removing even the most stubborn nail.

I have complete trust in OXO International and own many of their products (see reviews if you like)--and THAT is rare to say about a company these days! A great balanced hammer for small to towering tasks at a good bargain price.

OXO International is one of my favorite kitchen and now tool production companies. Why? Because everything they design has the consumer in mind. Featuring it's "Good Grip" enhancements, OXO has been awarded the Tylenol Arthritic Award.

You don't have to be hurting to appreciate this well crafted (10 oz.) hammer. In fact, it just might keep you from feeling hammering pains! The soft side grip gives you just the right amount of control, while absorbing some of the shock to your hands. A clever MarGuard feature truly protects against markings from walls and wood while removing even the most stubborn nail.

I have complete trust in OXO International and own many of their products (see reviews if you like)--and THAT is rare to say about a company these days! A great balanced hammer for small to towering tasks at a good bargain price.

I'm a long time fan of OXO GoodGrips kitchen and garden tools, I recently improved my car washing chores by buying an OXO Car Wash Brush. When I heard they were coming out with a whole line of tools for the home I had to try them. This hammer is probably the first real advance in a basic carpentry tool in 100 years. You have to see, feel and try one to appreciate how well engineered and designed this tool is. It is a pleasure to hold and to use, intelligently designed for those of us who are not in the Carpenter's Union. Non-slip, soft handles, mar-guard to ease the task of pulling nails and picture hooks, a little "give" in the shaft to prevent wrist injuries from unforgiving old-fashioned hammers. I like this so much I want the whole collection.

Have been in the carpentry trade for almost forty years and have used many different models and weights of hammers. This is no doubt the finest hammer I've ever used. I would recommend this superb tool to anyone....

I only have about 5% use of my left hand. Recently I read an add about the Deathstick with the magnetic nail holder. Having a hard time starting nails one handed I was very intreged by this feature. After purchsing this hammer and using it I was extremely impressed. The hammer has become a permanent addition to my tool pouch.

Great hammer,excellent balance, great blow force. Overhead work is no longer a killer. Not the best hammer for pulling nails and the claw could be a little sharper.Call me old fashion but I still like the straight handle,

Great hammer, my elbows stopped hurting within 2 days of use. 14 oz comparing to 20/22 oz framing? Impossible? Do you golf? Use a Titanium driver, lighter but hits the ball farther? Same deal. Great hammer, putting my trusty Vaughans and California framers (actually, this hammer made by the same guys at Hart) out to pasture. Love it, and my elbows are worth the bucks.

This is truely a God's gift. Man! I thought I have seen it all. I have seen some great hammers in my days. My grand father had a hammer that was given to my father. My father had his own favorite that was passed to me. Those hammers were good. This is better. This hammer does every job except for your dirty laundry. It feels like it's doing the smacking for you. It is good to just carry it around the house when nobody's around to look at you funny. Besides all the practical usage of this savage like weapon, it will last your life time and more.