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Cole-Bar Hammer Separation

Hammers & Mallets

Cole-Bar Hammer Multi-Tool Has Failed to Launch

Jul 24, 2015 Stuart 39 Comments

It looks like the Cole-Bar, which was a multi-functional hammer that was funded via Kickstarter, will never make it into hopeful users’ hands. (Update: Check out comments for the latest info.)

Hammers & Mallets

Best Hammers for DIY and Home Use on a Budget?

Jun 16, 2015 Stuart 28 Comments

It’s hammer time! Which hammer would you recommend to a DIYer or new homeowner who’s unsure of what they might need?

Hammers & Mallets

Dewalt Mechanics & Hand Tools Update – New for 2015

Jun 15, 2015 Stuart 26 Comments

Ready or not, here is a quick sneak peek of all of Dewalt’s new mechanics tools and hand tools that will be coming out in the second half of 2015.

Hammers & Mallets

New USA-Made Dead-Blow Machinist Hammer

Feb 27, 2015 Stuart 10 Comments

Check out this new USA-made dead-blow machinist hammer. It comes with 3 interchangeable heads and 3 places where to put them.

Hammers & Mallets

New Wilton BASH Ball Pein Hammers and a Few Other Types

Jan 14, 2015 Stuart 11 Comments

Wilton has expanded their BASH lineup of super-tough sledge hammers to include new head shapes and styles.

Awesome & Cool

Good Beer Hunting’s Beer Peen Hammer Bottle Opener

Dec 18, 2014 Stuart 14 Comments

The Beer Peen is a cool bronze hammer-shaped bottle opener that’s made in the USA.

Hammers & Mallets

Deal: Husky 20oz Rip Claw Hammer for $10

Nov 7, 2014 Stuart 16 Comments

There’s a new $10 Husky rip claw hammer that’s worth a look.

Hammers & Mallets

Deal: Buy a Stiletto Titanium Hammer, Get a Free Milwaukee Screwdriver Set

Nov 6, 2014 Stuart 7 Comments

Looking to buy a Stiletto titanium hammer? Would it change your mind if they threw in a Milwaukee 30pc screwdriver set?!

Hammerhead 12V Right Angle Impact Driver Auto Hammer

Cordless

Reader Question: Auto Hammer for String Art Nails?

Jun 17, 2014 Stuart 2 Comments

A reader asked for advice as to whether an auto hammer would be suitable for driving in string art nails.

Estwing Deadhead Mallet

Hammers & Mallets

Estwing Deadhead Rubber Mallet

May 29, 2014 Stuart 10 Comments

Looking for a new rubber mallet? Our pick is the Estwing Deadhead.

Cole-Bar Hammer Separation

Hammers & Mallets

The Cole-Bar Multi-Functional Hammer

Feb 19, 2014 Stuart 29 Comments

The Cole-Bar hammer is a 7-in-1 multi-functional hammering, prying, demolishing, wrenching, measuring, and squaring tool.

Hammerhead 12V Right Angle Impact Driver Auto Hammer

Cordless

Hammerhead Switch, a 2-in-1 Impact Driver and Auto Hammer

Nov 19, 2013 Stuart 12 Comments

The Hammerhead Switch is a 2-in-1 12V Max cordless impact driver AND auto hammer combination tool.

Dead On Tools Steel Hammer Milled Face

Hammers & Mallets

Dead On Tools Steel Hammer

Sep 23, 2013 Stuart 9 Comments

Dead-On’s Steel Hammer looks like today’s high velocity hammers, but is actually an older design.

Kobalt Velocity Rip Hammer

Hammers & Mallets

New Kobalt High Velocity Hammer

Sep 10, 2013 Stuart 8 Comments

There’s a new high velocity Kobalt 16 oz. rip hammer that claims to have the driving power of a 28oz framing hammer.

Estwing Ultra Hammer

Hammers & Mallets

New Estwing Ultra Hammers

Aug 30, 2013 Stuart 15 Comments

Estwing has come out with two new Ultra Series hammers that are designed to swing fast and hard without tiring you out.

Stanley FatMax AntiVibe Hammer 2nd Generation

Hammers & Mallets

Coming Soon: New Stanley FatMax AntiVibe Hammers

Aug 22, 2013 Stuart 12 Comments

Stanley is coming out with a new series of Fatmax AntiVibe hammers.

Vaughan Stealth Framing Hammer

Hammers & Mallets

New Vaughan Stealth Framing Hammer

Jun 14, 2013 Stuart 21 Comments

Vaughan just came out with a new USA-made lightweight framing hammer that hits hard and is priced at well under $30.

Estwing 20oz Framing Hammer

Hammers & Mallets

Reader Question: Lightweight Framing Hammer Recommendations?

May 9, 2013 Stuart 19 Comments

A reader is looking for lightweight framing hammer recommendations. Here are some of our picks, and please share yours!

Craftsman Punch and Chisel Holder with Punch

Hammers & Mallets

Review: Craftsman Punch and Chisel Holder

Apr 23, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

We reviewed Craftsman’s chisel and punch holder, a great accessory if you use cold chisels or punches a lot.

Vaughan Grayvik Hammers Deal March 2013

Hammers & Mallets

Score USA-Made Vaughan Grayvik Hammers for Cheap

Mar 21, 2013 Stuart 6 Comments

Harry Epstein just put up a whole slew of USA-made Grayvik hammers at sweet prices.

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