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tjbier

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« on: September 17, 2011, 06:24 PM »
Was at a local store today and they have a ton of DeWalt stuff Eek! waaayyyy more than any "rep" store or box store.
Anyway, it's a 14oz and "swings" like a  24oz I think it said, and they have a 15 oz hammer that swings like a 28oz. 
The 14oz had a shorter handle by 2" or so, and I liked it better. Although the grip could be more aggressive, that so far would be my only con.
It has the magnet on the top, nice balance too. We have been doing new construction framing since April and the 16 oz Estwing was starting to hurt my elbow so
I though I would give it a try. They also sell Stilletto's but I am far to Dutch to drop $200+ on a hammer, lol
This one cost $52 + tax so $57 otd.
I will update once I get some real work swings in. Big Grin
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« Reply #1 on: September 17, 2011, 06:26 PM »
Looks good, do they come in green  Roll Eyes
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If its made of wood, i can make it smaller.
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« Reply #2 on: September 17, 2011, 06:49 PM »
Tom,

Great find.  Just wanted to let you know that all Stilettos don't cost $200.  Just as an example:  Stilleto hammers

I have the 14 oz framing and love it.  Much easier on my elbow.

Peter
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The tools in my truck were talking the other day.  The Dewalts, PC's, Boschs, Makitas were not happy.  They also were in the minority.  Their complaint:  They felt unused and unappreciated since the Festools moved in.  I guess the truth hurts.
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« Reply #3 on: September 17, 2011, 07:08 PM »
I don't do wood handled hammers, they might last me a week Embarassed so for a steel/titanium shaft that I would want it would be close to that much $$
And I don't like long handles either, you I rarely grip them that low so I don't see the point for the long handle. The hatchet handled one would be better.
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