10 Best Framing Hammer of September 2025

• Stronger & lighter ultra sleek design
• Forged from one piece steel for strength and durability
• Milled striking face increases strike accuracy
• Magnetic nail starter for easy one hand operation
• Shock-reducing, textured rubber grip

REAL STEEL

• Estwing's Sure Strike Wood Handle Framing Hammers have forged solid steel heads
• With genuine top grade hickory handle
• Triple Wedge Construction With magnet; Milled face
• Head weight: 25 oz./ 708 g & Overall Length: 18 Inch / 457 mm
• Made in Taiwan

Estwing

• Ideal for big framing jobs and pounding large nails into tough lumber with power and speed
• Milled face grips nail head to help prevent hammer from sliding off the nail head when striking
• Patented IsoCore Shock Control System absorbs strike shock and vibration to reduce the punishment your body takes
• Insulation sleeve captures initial strike shock before it can reach your hand
• Full lifetime warranty

Fiskars

• Vibration elimination design
• Innovative "underneath" magnetic nail set
• Unique front of head nail pull
• Stronger shaft
• "Tuning fork" design

Dead On

• FORGED IN ONE PIECE – The most durable, longest lasting striking tools available
• PATENTED HAMMERTOOTH DESIGN - Added torque to pry and straighten 2x boards with ease
• RIP CLAW VERSITILITY – Use for pulling nails, prying boards, demolition work, splitting wood and more
• PATENTED SHOCK REDUCTION GRIP – Comfortable, durable & reduces impact vibration by 70%
• MADE IN THE USA – Our tools are proudly crafted in Rockford, IL using the finest American steel

Estwing

• Fully polished head, California Framer
• Milled face grips nail heads to minimize slipping and flying nails
• Smooth swept claws is borrowed from 999 Style rip hammer and extra large striking face is from their rig builders Hatchet

Vaughan & Bushnell

• Forged steel head for superior durability
• ProTouch grip for maximum comfort even after prolonged use
• Smooth face leaves fewer marks on surfaces
• Fiberglass construction absorbs vibration and reduces fatigue
• Hybrid handle design is rounded for more comfort and fit with a curved base to prevent slippage and a hardened end cap

IRWIN

• FORGED IN ONE PIECE – The most durable, longest lasting striking tools available
• RIP CLAW VERSITILITY – Use for pulling nails, prying boards, demolition work, splitting wood and more
• BUILT FOR THE PRO –Framers, roofers, carpenters, contractors, tradesman & serious DIYers
• PATENTED SHOCK REDUCTION GRIP – Comfortable, durable & reduces impact vibration by 70%
• MADE IN THE USA – Our tools are proudly crafted in Rockford, IL using the finest American steel

Estwing

• One-piece construction designed for heavy-duty use
• Double-composite grip for better control
• Improved ergonomic Design for greater comfort
• Durable black powder coat finish resists grime
• Slightly beveled edge prevents chipping & milled face reduces the risk of glancing blows

Fuller

• Perfect for framing and other construction projects
• Optimal weight distribution for a controlled swing
• Magnetic nail starter for easy, one handed nail placement

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