frontpage Posted by garygoodjob • 15h ago
Jun 17, 2025 6:00 AM
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frontpage Posted by garygoodjob • 15h ago
Jun 17, 2025 6:00 AM
28oz. Estwing Long Handle Straight Rip Claw Hammer w/ Shock Reduction Grip
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I would pick up one of these at this price for demolishing stuff in a heartbeat, but I already use the 25 oz / 18" "Big Blue" for that, and it makes me very happy when I do.
Edit: check out this fine print specifically on the 28oz model:
Limit one (1) per order Returns will not be honored on this closeout item
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Wait, are you asking what is the use case for a "framing" hammer?
Um...my guess is it is used for framing.
Hammer this big might even be able to hammer in stakes without getting out a mini sledge
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Thanks for posting OP!
1. Finish of the hammer is horrendous - pits, pocks, marks all over
2. The handle is not smooth if you look closely there are already resin or whatever rubber material they are using flaking off
3. When returning it was told do not order another one it's a common complaint - first time an Amazon rep has ever warned me about re-ordering, guess multiple returns triggered it
4. Balance of the hammer is not good, another hammer at the same ounce for its head with the same material will feel lighter
People make this out to be the greatest hammer in the world - but they are just cheap and made in the USA that's why everyone is gathered around circle jerking on Reddit/forums for tools
I guess if you need something cheap this is good, otherwise just get something nicer for a little more even if you are using it once a month
A heavier hammer with a longer reach and supplies more force when it is needed. It works great for demolition and moving things or framing into place. It has been with me as I framed my basement and redid to upstairs bathrooms. It framed in and helped place the framing under my shed. It helped me demolish the deck I just took down and sometimes I even use it when I am busting out block or concrete.The longer handle will get into places where a shorter hammer will not get and the longer handle gives much more leverage for demolition or moving something into place.The longer handle I also find useful when I may want to keep my hands back.
Hammers are not just used to drive nails. A smooth face will drive framing nails just as well. When I was doing framing as a daily trade I used smooth faced and good percentage of the crew did.
In fact this is the hammer I still have from when I framing and that must be thirty years ago. It has been one of my most reached for, most used and most versatile tools that will do a vast multitude of things besides driving a framing nail.
98%+ of the people here do not need a 28 oz hammer.
Weekend warriors can do well with harbour freight ones.