Estwing 22 Oz Framing Hammer
Score: 92/100
OX Combination Rubber Mallet
Score: 70/100Rankings
The Estwing E3-22S is a heavy-duty, one-piece forged steel framing hammer featuring a 22 oz head and a 16-inch straight rip claw handle. It is designed for professional carpenters and framers, offering unsurpassed balance and a molded-on Shock Reduction Grip that reduces vibration by up to 70%. It is ideal for rough carpentry, timber framing, or demolition where 22 oz head and 16-inch leverage provide striking force.
OX Tools manufactures combination rubber mallets designed for tradespeople, featuring a dual-faced head with a standard black face for general work and a semi-hard white face that protects delicate surfaces. The mallets are constructed with a durable rubber head and a lightweight fiberglass handle for comfortable use. It is best suited for tradespeople who require a non-marking tool for general work, specifically for tasks requiring both general impact and precision work on delicate surfaces.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
22 oz | 24 ozbest | |
70best | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 34.24 oz | 33.51 ozbest |
— | 14 inbest | |
16 inbest | 14 in | |
— | 4.5 inbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Grip(3) | ||
Handle Material | Steel | Fiberglass |
Handle Length (in) | Long in | 14 in |
Grip Type | Shock Reduction | Standard |
Core Specifications(4) | ||
Hammer Type | Framing Hammer | Rubber Mallet |
Head Weight (oz) | 22 oz | 24 oz |
Overall Weight (oz) | 34.24 oz | 33.51 oz |
Head Material | Steel | Rubber |
Head & Face(4) | ||
Claw Type | Straight Rip | None |
Face Type | Smooth | Dual-faced |
Non-Marring | false | true |
Head Width (in) | Not Specified in | 4.5 in |
Features & Build(5) | ||
Construction Type | One-Piece Forged | Standard |
Overall Length (in) | 16 in | 14 in |
Intended Use | Framing | General Work, Precision Work |
Warranty | Lifetime | None |
Finish | Polished | Multi-Color |
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Professional reviewers and editors highlight the Estwing E3-22S as a pro-grade tool built for heavy-duty framing jobs. They emphasize the unsurpassed balance, temper, and one-piece forged steel construction as key factors for professional endurance.
Everyday users and customers echo the professional praise for the hammer's durability and vibration reduction. Common themes include appreciation for the grip that 'will not come off' and the ease of driving large common nails due to the tool's balance.
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