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28oz. Estwing Long Handle Straight Rip Claw Hammer w/ Shock Reduction Grip

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Amazon has 28oz. Estwing Framing Long Handle Straight Rip Claw Hammer w/ Shock Reduction Grip (E3-28S) on sale for $17.82. Shipping is free w/ Prime or on $35+ orders.

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About the Product
  • Alloy Steel
  • Rip Claw Versatility
  • Precision Striking
  • Extended/Long Handle
  • Shock Grip Reduction
  • Made in Rockford, IL/USA

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  • About the Deal
    • Task for prying boards, pulling nails, demolishing structure, and tackling tough splitting jobs
    • Product is eligible for refund/replacement within 30-days of purchase
    • Product will ship in product packaging
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Amazon has 28oz. Estwing Framing Long Handle Straight Rip Claw Hammer w/ Shock Reduction Grip (E3-28S) on sale for $17.82. Shipping is free w/ Prime or on $35+ orders.

Thanks to community member garygoodjob for finding this deal

Note, product must be sold/shipped by Amazon

About the Product
  • Alloy Steel
  • Rip Claw Versatility
  • Precision Striking
  • Extended/Long Handle
  • Shock Grip Reduction
  • Made in Rockford, IL/USA

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • About the Deal
    • Task for prying boards, pulling nails, demolishing structure, and tackling tough splitting jobs
    • Product is eligible for refund/replacement within 30-days of purchase
    • Product will ship in product packaging
    • Don't have Amazon Prime? Students can get a free 6-Month Amazon Prime trial with free 2-day shipping, unlimited video streaming & more
    • If you're not a student, there's also a free 1-Month Amazon Prime trial available

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People who use hammers already have their preferences. So for the SD audience that doesn't, I would not choose the 28oz model for general use. The 16oz and 20oz models are better suited for that, and are 13" and 13.75" long, according to the website. The 22 - 30 oz models are 16" long.

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
Most likely counterfit. This is why I don't buy tools off of Amazon.
Wait, are you asking what is the use case for a "framing" hammer?


Um...my guess is it is used for framing.

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Quote from FishKilla :
Wait, are you asking what is the use case for a "framing" hammer?Um...my guess is it is used for framing.
like a previous guy stated. would be a great demolition hammer. more leverage for prying & longer handle and weight for harder impact.
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Quote from ytre443 :
like a previous guy stated. would be a great demolition hammer. more leverage for prying & longer handle and weight for harder impact.

Hammer this big might even be able to hammer in stakes without getting out a mini sledge
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Quote from tibarr :
Won't you just end up with 3 counterfeits? Assuming they grab them from the same bin at the distribution center processing your order which has been stocked with 100 counterfeit hammers or 100 made in the USA hammers.

Despite what people say on here all the time, I have never received anything counterfeit from Amazon when it is new and shipped and sold by Amazon.
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Quote from Regulus :
Despite what people say on here all the time, I have never received anything counterfeit from Amazon when it is new and shipped and sold by Amazon.

Have you purchased mid to expensive cologne or perfume? The fakes packaging is very good but the smell is far off if compared side by side to the real one. Amazon does sell a ton of fake products. The things you buy at Amazon may just not be the things that are commonly faked
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Quote from Clompshark :
I would love to know the use case for this. I haven't seen anyone use a long handled framing hammer in a LONG time much less a heavy boi like this one. If anyone has done work with one of these please share.
So I have this hammer. Smooth face is nice when you need to drive a nail where appearance is important. Like building a deck.
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hoxuantu
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I already have Vaughan R24 24 oz Steel Eagle framing hammer. I need a reason to buy this 28oz Estwing. The price is tempting
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ytre443
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Quote from hoxuantu :
I already have Vaughan R24 24 oz Steel Eagle framing hammer. I need a reason to buy this 28oz Estwing. The price is tempting
because that extra 4oz will make u happy thats why
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Awesome deal if genuine! I bought one of these with the waffle face about 20 years ago at home depot, and still use it to this day. I think I paid $30 at the time.🤔
Thanks for posting OP!
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Quote from MrGreed :
You can. I bought one to see what the hype about.

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
IN for 2,, reviews on Amazon are all 5 star.
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Quote from Clompshark :
No, I am asking what is the use case for a long handled, smooth face, 28 oz hammer.
I use mine all he time for framing and to many other things to list, and probably some I shouldn't. What do you find confusing about that.

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.
Last edited by DonV1962 June 17, 2025 at 11:53 AM.
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Stevoe
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I love my Estwing 28 oz framing hammer I've used for years, almost snagged this until I noticed it's smooth face.
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Saugeye
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I have an old 28oz Estwing that I love. I mainly use it for driving large nails, and have lighter ones for lighter work. I love it. I worry about authenticity on Amazon though.
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theshopper2022
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Quote from Refusername :
This.
98%+ of the people here do not need a 28 oz hammer.
Not one that costs $18
Weekend warriors can do well with harbour freight ones.
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Quote from Ned_Peters :
IN for 2,, reviews on Amazon are all 5 star.
Yes there is something off about that story. Everything claimed I have found not to be the case and have had and used one for years and years, In fact the balance is perfect and much better other framers I have used and tried. It gets the five star reviews for reason.

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I am a retired land surveyor of 45 years, and a long handled heavy ounce hammer is ideal for my use. We could drive pins, hubs, and stakes if needed. When I started, I was issued an Estwing 30oz long handled hammer and retired with it 45 years later. They will last a lifetime, probably more than one. That rubber handle is worn slick.
Their sledges and mallets are also excellent. I love their mason's hammer in 24 oz to scout out pins in residential areas. That flat blade at the back is great for exposing property corners without digging up manicured yards. It also keeps you from cutting your digits on glass and rusted tin cans when cleaning out dirt around the pin. That occurs often in urban environments. The rubber handle is rough to keep it from slipping out of your hand when swinging with sweaty hands. If you use a hammer for any amount of time, it will wear smooth and requir scuffing up to make it non slip.
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