Hammers
Titanium Framing Hammers, Dead Blows, and Mallets
Hammers in this collection lean toward titanium. Stiletto offers titanium hammers from 10 oz to 16 oz with smooth or milled faces, curved or straight hickory handles, or hybrid fiberglass handles, plus the TiBone and TRIMBONE. Replacement hickory handles, TiBone faces, and AirGrip handle wrap keep them in service. Milwaukee adds a 22 oz milled face framing hammer and dead blow hammers at 28, 32, and 48 oz. Bostitch makes the HFM-4 graphite hardwood flooring mallet.
What to Look For
- Face. Milled faces grip nail heads for framing. Smooth faces leave clean marks on trim and finish work.
- Weight. Lighter heads suit trim and long days. Heavier heads drive large nails in fewer blows.
- Handle. Hickory absorbs shock and can be replaced. Fiberglass resists weather and moisture.
- Job. Dead blow hammers strike without rebound for assembly and machinery.
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Hammers FAQ
Why pay more for a titanium hammer?
Titanium is lighter than steel, so a smaller titanium head can drive like a heavier steel one with less shock to your arm. Stiletto also sells replacement faces and handles, so the head stays in service.
When should I use a dead blow hammer?
Use one to seat parts, knock joints together, or adjust machinery. The shot-filled head lands without bouncing back and is less likely to mar the surface than a steel hammer.