Learned quite a bit today. It appears I have been living under a rock. This was a nice honest review. Made in the USA is often difficult to locate. Thank you.👍👍😃
For sure! A top notch American made tool at that price. Is a great deal, for anyone that call's themselves a tradesman. Ora craftsman! I used to swing a Dead on.
Sad about Stiletto... was bought by Milwaukee in the beginning of 2017. I've had my Stiletto claw since I found it at a garage sale about 40 years ago. Poor hammer has been dropped from roof level about 50 times and driven countless number of nails, (plus bashed some steel and suffered other atrocities). It is still the first tool I pick up when beginning to build something!
It's a neat idea but, I'd wait for one with a metal handle-hopefully the whole tool machined from a single billet. After a couple of over strikes, that wood handle won't be a very good straight edge anymore. How about a review on Brooks brass hammers? They're made in the U.S.A. and, in my opinion, they're not that expensive for what you actually get. I use a 27 oz. and 3# (48oz.) Brooks along with a 2# (32oz.) Pittsburgh in my automotive shop because they don't spark when whaling on stubborn vehicle parts.
I think the magnet is there for when you really have to reach where you want to nail. For when u can't get both hands to where u want to drive a nail. That's the only time I use it anyways.
One thing i found out a long time ago (and I'm a big Estwing fan) was they they will NOT re-handle hammers or axes. Guessing it's a liability thing. thought about doing a leather handle one time for someone i knew, but they had already buggered the end of the handle (yes, that's a technical term). Also have a Vaughn i really like which SWMBO gave me.
I know this doesn't have anything to do with hammers but I recently lost my job due to the current pandemic and during my down time I have discovered I like working with wood. I have bought some tools so far as has my father to support me. The only tool I have bought that I am unsure about due to my inability to find any videos even from the manufacturer on it is the Delta Portable 10" jobsite table saw it is the 36-6023 model. I bought it on sale for $390. Does anyone know anything about this saw? I just would feel more comfortable if someone more experienced than I am told me that it is a good saw and a good buy. I got it on sale it retails for $470. Thank you so much for your help!
I'll stick with my late father's hammer, solid steel handle. He found it in the woods as a kid. No clue as to its make or model, as it's been grinded down and repainted twice. The boss is neat but I would never pay that kind of money for neat, when it needs to be a solid work tool. Most I could see myself paying for it. 20 bucks and would have to be a impulse buy. Still enjoyed the video, and although the hammer is "gimmicky" I think the idea behind it is solid, just not implemented as well as it could be.
@@carlmccoy662 I've taken a few nails out of lumber scraps in the past 2 years, and I always use the checkerhead hammer to hammer those nail points. A framing hammer from HFT. It just feels right.
You are correct. In the 60's and 70's we called them Demolition Hammers. Demo and wood recovery of the old growth wood seems to have lost its appeal for some odd reasoning. Perhaps because it is Labor intensive?
Hey man I’m new to your channel and i like your videos I’m a makita fan but I got a question about the dewalt chainsaw if you could tell me wish one is better 20v, 40v, 60v? I’m gonna get one for my father in law
Gimmicky if you ask me, especially for that price You already have a speed square right there on your hip, which is way more useful and accurate. No advantage to use that hammer over using a speed square. Seems to be a solution in search of a problem. I'll stick with my speed square, thank-you-very-much.
All those goodies I carry in my overpriced carpenters belt would end up in my overstocked tool boxes... I’m going to have to think twice before adding one of these to my collection of hammers and framing axes....
Here's a news break for you bear and all the subs wiha tools now online at Home Depot don't know when we'll be in stores they're coming with 180 day return nice
Stiletto hammers are no longer made here, the guy that founded the company left and started up Martinez hammers, but I couldn't care less because I dont buy titanium anything.
This is a gimmick for a few reasons. 1 a hammer handle is going to get beat up and your ruler markings will not last very well. 2 you'll have to order a handle from them if you want the ruler markings. 3 the handle shape is less than ideal because nobody knows how to properly manufacture a curved tool handle anymore. 4 the handle is varnished and on the fat side, which normally can be stripped and reprofiled but in this case you'd effect the ruler markings. And then theres the price, why would I buy this from a new inexperienced company for $60+ when I can buy a Vaughan & Bushnell for the half the price and just use a speed square. Btw hammers can last a lifetime, I've got hammers from the 1880's, 1940's, and 1950's onward. Sure a milled face will wear out and a handle will eventually fail, but you can make a smooth face out of it and you can alw replace a hickory handle. I dont care about warranties for hammers because a good head won't fail under proper use, and I know how to replace a hickory haft.
U R a real good salesman for sure but wood handles are not for day in and day out year after year and I was a Union Carpenter for awhile in the 60's and bought a 22oz. Estwing and a 16oz. True Temper Rocket at that time and still have them today and they are pretty much indestructible. I'm positive they will be used by my grand children~!! IMO no one will want to pay the price for this hammer because of the "Sticker Shock" and did I hear you say $10 shipping?? Yikes~!!
I know guys who used them but as I said, I ran an Estwing when I was a carpenter, just like the one I showed in the video. But I agree, that price is pretty high, but some people will spend that on a wood handled hammer. Have you looked at Vaughn or Stiletto? Hopefully as they scale up the price can come down.
Complete gimmick. Looks like a really nice hammer but a hammer is not a square. It is impossible to get reliable square lines with the small seat on the head and the round handle. That warranty is crap, for how much they are charging, there is no reason the head shouldn't have a lifetime warranty.
I use it all the time myself and more and more all the time, but I come from an engineering background. Honestly we need to set a drop dead date to drop imperial ... 10 years or so.
For sure! A top notch American made tool at that price. Is a great deal, for anyone that call's themselves a tradesman. Ora craftsman! I used to swing a Dead on.
But is it BRUSHLESS?
Nope. but it's NiCad powered.
jamisonlm3 ewww I need the best Lithium 13 herbs and spices brushless magic automatic switchblade
What kind of amp hour battery does it come with?
My dad got a gold plated Estwing hammer on a plaque for the 50th Anniversary of his store. It's the only thing I saved as a momento.
Learned quite a bit today. It appears I have been living under a rock. This was a nice honest review. Made in the USA is often difficult to locate. Thank you.👍👍😃
For sure! A top notch American made tool at that price. Is a great deal, for anyone that call's themselves a tradesman. Ora craftsman! I used to swing a Dead on.
Looks like a sturdy and balanced hammer. I might end up getting one. Thanks for the review.
@The Den of Tools. Thanks Red for the Boss hammer review. You and Jeff make a great team.
Hope you and your family stay safe and well. Shine on!
Sad about Stiletto... was bought by Milwaukee in the beginning of 2017. I've had my Stiletto claw since I found it at a garage sale about 40 years ago. Poor hammer has been dropped from roof level about 50 times and driven countless number of nails, (plus bashed some steel and suffered other atrocities). It is still the first tool I pick up when beginning to build something!
Very nice hammers
It's a neat idea but, I'd wait for one with a metal handle-hopefully the whole tool machined from a single billet. After a couple of over strikes, that wood handle won't be a very good straight edge anymore. How about a review on Brooks brass hammers? They're made in the U.S.A. and, in my opinion, they're not that expensive for what you actually get. I use a 27 oz. and 3# (48oz.) Brooks along with a 2# (32oz.) Pittsburgh in my automotive shop because they don't spark when whaling on stubborn vehicle parts.
Great idea @Mike Brown
They have steel, composite and titanium
The engraving is cool us Army 🇺🇸
Perkins Builder Brothers just did a video on that hammer.
This hammer looks pretty cool. My only question though is when would you only have this hammer and not have a straight edge?
When your 20ft from a straight edge and trying to get shit done lol
Great video Bear 🐻!!!
I don't have a problem with wacking it....like you said....I've been doing it for so long
I think the magnet is there for when you really have to reach where you want to nail. For when u can't get both hands to where u want to drive a nail. That's the only time I use it anyways.
I want the US Army one!
Rustoleum paint is still made in America also
One thing i found out a long time ago (and I'm a big Estwing fan) was they they will NOT re-handle hammers or axes. Guessing it's a liability thing. thought about doing a leather handle one time for someone i knew, but they had already buggered the end of the handle (yes, that's a technical term). Also have a Vaughn i really like which SWMBO gave me.
It is a purdy hammer but i don't think it can replace a square but that price is WAY too steep even for a US made hammer
Ditto~!
I know this doesn't have anything to do with hammers but I recently lost my job due to the current pandemic and during my down time I have discovered I like working with wood. I have bought some tools so far as has my father to support me. The only tool I have bought that I am unsure about due to my inability to find any videos even from the manufacturer on it is the Delta Portable 10" jobsite table saw it is the 36-6023 model. I bought it on sale for $390. Does anyone know anything about this saw? I just would feel more comfortable if someone more experienced than I am told me that it is a good saw and a good buy. I got it on sale it retails for $470. Thank you so much for your help!
I plan on getting hammered on Fathers day
If my old Estwings somehow break, I'll think of getting something like this.
Ouch! I think those prices are about double what an Estwing runs, and Vaughn, my second choice, is less than Estwing.
The basic Vaughn is but the V head is like $80
The other day I pulled out my saw, went to cut some 2x4s and I had grabbed a hammer instead of a straight edge! This would have saved me.
whats the battery life/runtime is there a corded version 🤷♀️
If I was a skilled hammer slinger I would buy it in a minute
Most farmers wont use a metal handle hammer because it sends the vibrations into your hand and arm ok for the home DIY but pros use wood handles.
Sorry framers gotta love auto correct
I'll stick with my late father's hammer, solid steel handle. He found it in the woods as a kid. No clue as to its make or model, as it's been grinded down and repainted twice.
The boss is neat but I would never pay that kind of money for neat, when it needs to be a solid work tool. Most I could see myself paying for it. 20 bucks and would have to be a impulse buy.
Still enjoyed the video, and although the hammer is "gimmicky" I think the idea behind it is solid, just not implemented as well as it could be.
I like the look of the handle.
Checkerhead is for driving nails out
Where did you hear that?
@@denoftools Try it, point of nail glances off smooth head, drives right out of lumber with checkerhead.
@@carlmccoy662 I've taken a few nails out of lumber scraps in the past 2 years, and I always use the checkerhead hammer to hammer those nail points. A framing hammer from HFT. It just feels right.
You are correct. In the 60's and 70's we called them Demolition Hammers. Demo and wood recovery of the old growth wood seems to have lost its appeal for some odd reasoning. Perhaps because it is Labor intensive?
Hey man I’m new to your channel and i like your videos I’m a makita fan but I got a question about the dewalt chainsaw if you could tell me wish one is better 20v, 40v, 60v? I’m gonna get one for my father in law
Look at it like this. 20V for basic homeowner stuff, 60V for serious tree work and 40v is a good balance between them.
The Den of Tools Thanks a lot man sorry for the comment on a hammer video
Gimmicky if you ask me, especially for that price You already have a speed square right there on your hip, which is way more useful and accurate. No advantage to use that hammer over using a speed square.
Seems to be a solution in search of a problem. I'll stick with my speed square, thank-you-very-much.
Don't forget in a year all that printing you over paid for is worn off
Its not printed. Its 3x lasered.
@@denoftools Still don't see it standing up to normal wear and tear. In a year you won't be able to read any of it.
I saw a dude from the UK makes a 3lb sledge from scratch!...$175us..... I'ma get one?
Agree with others that it seems gimmicky. Have them send one to R&R Building and have him do a review on it
All those goodies I carry in my overpriced carpenters belt would end up in my overstocked tool boxes... I’m going to have to think twice before adding one of these to my collection of hammers and framing axes....
Here's a news break for you bear and all the subs wiha tools now online at Home Depot don't know when we'll be in stores they're coming with 180 day return nice
HD is going to stock them in store? That would be huge.
@@denoftools yes it would don't know about that yet I'll keep digging see what my source has to say
@@denoftools yes that would be assume also Tool Boss just realsed a vid showing the new Ryobi Deals comming for June 1
That's kind of a dumb idea. The hammer part looks great.
Why don’t they square off the wood at the top so it can sit flush with the wood. Seems like a stupid omission
Check out the new boss hammers
Anyone find it odd the bear had human hands?!?🤷
Stiletto hammers are no longer made here, the guy that founded the company left and started up Martinez hammers, but I couldn't care less because I dont buy titanium anything.
Try it and you'll convert
Have you seen the price of his hammers?
@@denoftools worth every cent
@@denoftools
Way too expensive.
That's another reason why I just don't get the obsession with titanium, but I'm a bit old school though.
So what were you didn't say it was hammer time Can't Touch This
Not a fan of the magnetic head either!
$85 usd, no way
This is a gimmick for a few reasons.
1 a hammer handle is going to get beat up and your ruler markings will not last very well.
2 you'll have to order a handle from them if you want the ruler markings.
3 the handle shape is less than ideal because nobody knows how to properly manufacture a curved tool handle anymore.
4 the handle is varnished and on the fat side, which normally can be stripped and reprofiled but in this case you'd effect the ruler markings.
And then theres the price, why would I buy this from a new inexperienced company for $60+ when I can buy a Vaughan & Bushnell for the half the price and just use a speed square.
Btw hammers can last a lifetime, I've got hammers from the 1880's, 1940's, and 1950's onward.
Sure a milled face will wear out and a handle will eventually fail, but you can make a smooth face out of it and you can alw replace a hickory handle.
I dont care about warranties for hammers because a good head won't fail under proper use, and I know how to replace a hickory haft.
My hammers are of the ball peen and sledge variations so they cannot do that
U R a real good salesman for sure but wood handles are not for day in and day out year after year and I was a Union Carpenter for awhile in the 60's and bought a 22oz. Estwing and a 16oz. True Temper Rocket at that time and still have them today and they are pretty much indestructible. I'm positive they will be used by my grand children~!! IMO no one will want to pay the price for this hammer because of the "Sticker Shock" and did I hear you say $10 shipping?? Yikes~!!
I know guys who used them but as I said, I ran an Estwing when I was a carpenter, just like the one I showed in the video. But I agree, that price is pretty high, but some people will spend that on a wood handled hammer. Have you looked at Vaughn or Stiletto? Hopefully as they scale up the price can come down.
you think $10 is a lot for shipping? Martinez was about $25 to ship and Vaughan was $17 to ship to my house... $10 Ain't bad at all
Nice, but a bit too rich for this poor old nail pounder's blood.
Complete gimmick. Looks like a really nice hammer but a hammer is not a square. It is impossible to get reliable square lines with the small seat on the head and the round handle. That warranty is crap, for how much they are charging, there is no reason the head shouldn't have a lifetime warranty.
Sorry bear but I must say that your hammer swinging skills aren’t the greatest bro. I’m not the greatest at everything either so don’t feel bad.
Lose the metric. Just a gimick.
I use metric measurements all the time since it's much easier than imperial.
I use it all the time myself and more and more all the time, but I come from an engineering background.
Honestly we need to set a drop dead date to drop imperial ... 10 years or so.
@@TheFlatlander440 Easier, but U.S. construction uses inches. I'd rather use a square or tape measure.
@@danr1920 So how is it easier to measure 13/64" ? It's closer to 5mm exactly.
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What a dumb idea
Where are your Commercials Made? And who says a hammer can't last a lifetime?
WASTE OF TIME .
For sure! A top notch American made tool at that price. Is a great deal, for anyone that call's themselves a tradesman. Ora craftsman! I used to swing a Dead on.