Estwing AL-PRO Aluminum Framing Hammer - 14 oz Straight Rip Claw with Smooth Face & Shock Reduction Grip - ALBL

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But as nice as those hammers are, even with their poly fiberglass handles, one of our favorites is still the Powerstrike Framing Hammer.

The Estwing AL-Pro jumps away from standard hammers with a solid gap in performance and vibration control to join the other premium hammers on the market.

The PERMA-CAP ™ steel head and steel claw give this hammer lasting strength where it's needed most, the reduced claw length provides increased leverage. The Estwing Al-Pro hammer is a professional hammer that is forged from lighter-than-titanium aircraft-grade aluminum. International products have separate terms, are sold from abroad and may differ from local products, including fit, age ratings, and language of product, labeling or instructions. As I discussed a few years ago, the main purpose of titanium-handled hammers is to reduce recoil shock and vibrations.

This is much the same rationale as the bicycle industry – aluminum offers high strength and lighter weight than steel, though steel has better vibration dampening properties in general. So while the channel is shorter, it keeps the offending nail further away from the pivot point and claims to offer better leverage. Add a third – the steel hammer – and you’ll clearly feel the weight reduction with the Estwing’s aluminum construction. Say the word "Estwing" on a construction site and every person within earshot will know you are referring to a single-piece steel hammer based on a nearly century-old design. I myself am guilty of not liking the weight forward estwing, it simply didn't feel right in my hand.Durability is another consideration with solid aluminum construction taking a lot more abuse than a poly-fiber or wood handle can take. In designing the AL-Pro, Estwing went with aluminum because it's lighter and easier to work with than titanium and not subject to the patents held by Stiletto. This one isn’t designed to compete with their lovely one-piece steel hammers; it seems to be a more premium option for those who have already decided to up their budget and venture in titanium territory. The downside to this design is that it seems to transmit more vibration to the arm of the user than hammers with handles made from wood, composites, or advanced materials such as titanium. This is a different application than we normally see, but is it going to be the new premium hammer everyone wants to get their hands on?

Some manufacturers will offer a direct repair or replacement service (as applicable) which will often resolve your problem more quickly. I do take pleasure in writing but it just seems like the first 10 to 15 minutes are wasted simply just trying to figure out how to begin. The AL-Pro delivers power in a lighter weight package, for the best performance in a hammer with our patented Shock Reduction Grip in black. That’s not a claim we can validate since titanium hammers go with a different material for the handle. The head is hollow and contains shot to provide added weight while dampening vibration and provide a dead blow.Pro Tool Reviews is a successful online publication that has been providing tool reviews and industry news since 2008. At home, Kenny’s dad made the family budget stretch further by doing many DIY repairs around the house. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice.

Striking power is similar between the two aluminum hammers and I give Estwing the edge thanks to a more comfortable and secure grip. But you also have to be ready for startup and service which is very expensive with all the new computerized gauges and meters. There is a magnetic nail starter in the head of the hammer allowing for one handed, fast and accurate nailing.not necessarily, those are just concerns I would have with the product untill I knew more about how it was made. Lighter than steel and more resistant to the transfer of vibration, titanium is too soft to drive nails so Stiletto's hammers are equipped with hardened steel striking faces. The draw is done live on Facebook using a random number generator to determine the winning ticket number.