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Stiletto Tools Inc TI14MC Titan 14 Oz Titanium Framing Hammer With Curved Handle
The lightweight Stiletto 14-oz. titanium framing hammer delivers the power of a 24-oz. steel hammer while greatly reducing recoil shock vibration. U.S.A. Hammer Type: Framing, Hammer Weight (oz.): 14, Handle Type: Curved Hickory Handle, Handle Length (in.): 18, Magnetic Head: Yes, Face Type: Milled
If you're used to a standard 16-ounce claw hammer, this lightweight titanium hammer from Stilletto will make you feel like Popeye after he's had his can of spinach. This beauty has a graceful curve in its hickory handle that's ergonomically better for swinging--a small modification that makes a gigantic difference. It weighs only 14 ounces, but it drives like the big boys. We liked the magnetized nail groove, because it helps prevent hitting fingernails. The manufacturer says this is the world's first titanium-head hammer, and if that's true, there are sure to be copycats. The only word of caution: titanium has a million merits, but be aware that it will spark if chipped. --Kris Jensen-Van Heste
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Stiletto Tools Inc TI14MC Titan 14 Oz Titanium Framing Hammer With Curved Handle Reviews
Fatmax framer since I was 17, and never thought titanium hammers were worth much, considering the cost, until I started working with my current employer, a barn builder, who will use nothing else. I'll drive over 500 nails a day for several days a week with mine, and expect to get 2 years out of it, at the outside. After a few days of comments along the lines of, "Your hammer is so slow," and, "Your elbow is going to fry," (we drive all our fasteners by hand, by the way - all the climbing and moving among other things) as well as the numb sensation from my right elbow down, I thought, "what the heck." and bought me one. Having a full sized hammer weighing only 14 oz. Second, Titanium is harder than steel and this, of course, means it is more brittle.
There are two cons that I would like to point out. Not that it'll be useless, just enough that I'll retire it and get another. First, the magnet for the one-hand nail starter slot is really too far back towards the claw, making nail 'flip-out' an annoying something extra to have to watch out for. lets me swing a lot faster, with less effort. So, both the face and the claw wear out faster.
Not a deal-breaker, just mildly annoying. I highly recommend one to anyone that uses a hammer as a regular part of life; if for no other reason than it's lighter to carry on your belt. I have used a 22 oz. After a few weeks, I'm spoiled rotten. Next time maybe one with a replaceable steel face, for comparison.
Don't expect to buy one and use it for the rest of your life. One is unique to the tool, the other general to the material used.
We bought this as a gift to a friend of ours who is helping us build a house. Price and performance is excellant He is very happy with it and has bragged to his friends about it. My husband has a steel Stiletto and our friend was impressed so we bought him a titanium Stiletto.
This is a great product. I highly recommend it. Really saves the wrist and elbow.
I have been a carpenter for 10 years and I wish I bought this hammer a long time ago. Great product. framing hammer, plus it's easier on your swinging arm. Although it is light weight, the hatchet like handle delivers more power than a 22 oz.
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