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Claw & Carpenter’s Hammers

  • A carpenter’s hammer is for driving and pulling nails and for assembling timber structures, framing and furniture. Working all day, it’s not just weight that counts but balance and vibration damping, which drive accuracy and hand fatigue. A checked (milled) face grips the nail in framing, while a plain face leaves no marks on visible surfaces. Mastercity offers Picard and Ruthe carpenter’s hammers with hickory, fibreglass or steel handles, and we help you match the balance and face to the job.

  • When choosing, look at:

    • Purpose: framing: heavier, checked face; finishing and furniture: lighter, plain face
    • Handle material: hickory for comfort, fibreglass for resistance to moisture and over-strikes
    • Claw: check the shape and comfort Magnetic nail holder: if you need to work one-handed

     

      Plain face Checked face
    Advantage No marks in finishing Better nail grip
    Limitation Nail slips more easily Can mark visible surfaces
    Best for Finishing, furniture, visible surfaces Framing, intensive nailing