Hammers Reviews

I saw a special on TV that talked about tool manufactureing and this was one of the products they showed. The showed how it was designed to minimize vibrations transmitted to the tool users hand and how they measured it to make sure it really worked. They also showed the manufacturing process. Anyway, I bought one and it really does reduce the vibration substantially. Up until now I have always bought wood handled hammers just because of the vibration and shock problems with metal handled hammers. This one seems to have solved that problem.

My boyfriend saw a show on the history of hand tools and really liked the design.It prompted me to purchase two of the Stanley anti-vibe hammers. He has noticed a great reduction in vibration induced numbness in his hands since he started using them in the construction field.I recommend these hammers to any person who swings a hammer for a living.

Once you try this hammer out you will never go back to Estwing or Vaughn.
This is one tough hammer yet feels trim. The balance is excellent and really feels good in my hand.

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.

This is a great hammer and well worth the price. I probably have about 10 hammers and I'd give them all up for this one. I received it just in time to start working on my new garage. This is a must have for the do-it-yourselfer.

Nicely made,well balanced.The grip is comfortable and with its textured (treaded?) design to convey away sweat, oil, etc., and the molded lip at the bottom of the handle grip,a sure-handed hold is no problem at all!No need to ever worry about loosening up of or replacing the handle as is the case with wood handled hammers. A must for every mechanic's tool box.

I have been a carpenter for 12 yrs and have been plagued with tennis elbow. After switching to a titanium framing hammer I haven't had a twinge. I can't recommend highly enough this hammer. The only down side is the knurling on the face wears off in about a year. But with titanium I think thats just the way it is,(A co-worker has the "dead on" titanium and the face has worn at the same rate).
Throw away your old hammers and buy one of these your elbow will thank you.

I found the Valley Rock Hammer very well made. The finish was excellant and the balance and the rubber handle make it comfortable to use. It's forged construction gives one confidence that it'll be around for a long time. I particularly liked the yellow and black handle which makes it hard to leave behind while chipping samples. The handle is on the short side which relieves stress on the wrist. It's not for heavy duty use but for general purpose sampling of rock samples.

Once you have owned a Vaughan - you will have no other hammer!

These are lifetime hamnmers that just get better with use. Wouldn't be without mine.

Forget about the ... - plus titanium hammers on the market, promising faster swing, less fatigue and more power. Indeed, they may deliver but the Vaughan 19oz Cal. framer has all that at a very affordable price. Got mine about 6 months ago, and arm and wrist fatigue/pain are gone. I can sink 16d sinkers with 3 - 4 wacks with this hammer. The milled face has no appreciable wear, but I refuse to use it to strike anything but nails. I'm thinkng about buying the 19oz smooth face for decking and other work where I want to leave no trace. I don't think you'll be sorry with this hammer if you're using it for framing. Regards, 14-0