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HAMMERS
Hammers are as ancient as the rock...
If you go back far enough you'll find that man's first hammer
was a stone he held in his hand. Perhaps after too many finger
bashings the hammer was given a wooden handle.
Other innovations include: increasing the curve of the hammer claw to permit easy cradling of 2 x 4's, milled faces to reduce nail slippage and straight claw design for ripping hammers.
The hammer, a tool meant to deliver blows to an object, has evolved over time but it's most common use is still for driving nails, fitting parts, breaking up objects or striking other tools.
Most tool kits boast a range of hammers for various applications. Some are rarely used in fine woodworking but often employed when constructing mockups and for joinery.
Let's take a look at the various types of hammers you may encounter, what you might consider when buying a hammer and how to maintain your hammer ... all key skills in your path to becoming a passionate woodworker.
- Hammer Types: pin, ball, sledge and the basic wood mallet...
- How to Use a Hammer
- Hammers Handles: various options for hammer handles and their maintenance
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