In fact, I don't see any real evidence of the head deforming either (the head on my 16 pound hammer has noticeably deformed over time). I owned a 10 pounder when I was a six-two, 275-pound weightlifter, and swinging that thing from over my shoulder for more than ten minutes forced me to take a long break a catch my breath. This subreddit is temporarily private as part of a joint protest to Reddit's recent API changes, which breaks third-party apps and moderation tools, effectively forcing users to use the official Reddit app. If you do not require any personalised engraving please use the no text box for each item at the checkout. If I had to use a tapered head because of restrictions I could do ok but I developed a feel for the square heads and could maintain accuracy better with them.

Another question for you guys, if I am using it for more repair work, rather than demo, should I get a soft faced style? I'm actually shocked there hasn't been a post yet from someone claiming to have easily used a 20 pounder when they were in kindergarten or some such nonsense. Use the tools that work the best for the job at hand and choose the tool that will best get the job done quickly and effectively. Your hands will thank you if you ever miss a post with the head and instead hit the handle on the post.Genuine second growth American Hickory moisture controlled, machine-gauged to precise dimensions for a perfect fit with weather-resistant clear lacquer finish. I have looked at lots of sledges, I am pretty set in my decision on the Wilton line, they seem to be built the way I would build a hammer. Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item.

It comes with a non-slip grip vulcanised rubber handle for a secure grip and a safety plate for preventing head dislodging.

Having said that, and not knowing what your house/property looks like, if you find you are having to take a bunch of wacks using the 8 lb or ten lb hammers, you might find going up in weight to be useful.

I have 2 of the Bash 20's at work for hitting some enormous jacking bolts to adjust some very large support rollers.Great for driving in stakes, heavy demolition work in construction like fracturing stone and concrete, driving fence posts, rebar work and bending or shaping metal.

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An 8 and 16 sounds like a good compliment, or if you and/or the material you are working with are large, a ten and a twenty. Remember, force equals mass times acceleration and continued use of higher mass often leads to forced acceleration (to get the job done and let your muscles rest).