Neiko Dead Blow Hammer
Score: 80/100
DeWalt 20 Oz Rip Claw Hammer
Score: 85/100Rankings
The DEWALT DWHT51054 is a 20 oz. one-piece rip claw steel hammer designed for framing, basic construction, and demolition tasks. It features an oval-shaped strike face for easier toe-nailing, a side nail puller, and a built-in magnetic nail starter for one-handed placement. Ideal for users prioritizing balance and nail-pulling features over maximum durability.
The Neiko 02847A is a 2 lb dead blow hammer featuring a neon orange unibody molded design with a steel shot-filled head to eliminate rebound and sparks. It is engineered for safer, more controlled strikes in automotive and metalwork applications, offering high visibility and a non-slip diamond-textured grip. Ideal for automotive technicians and fabricators needing spark-free impacts.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
32 ozbest | 20 oz | |
| ↓ lower better | 32 oz | 28.16 ozbest |
13.375 in | 14 inbest | |
2.125 inbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Grip(2) | ||
Handle Material | Poly | Steel |
Grip Type | Checkered | |
Core Specifications(4) | ||
Hammer Type | Dead Blow | Rip Claw |
Head Weight (oz) | 32 oz | 20 oz |
Overall Weight (oz) | 32 oz | 28.16 oz |
Head Material | Poly/Steel Shot | Alloy Steel |
Head & Face(4) | ||
Claw Type | Rip Claw | |
Face Type | Oval | |
Non-Marring | true | false |
Head Width (in) | 2.125 in | in |
Features & Build(6) | ||
Magnetic Nail Starter | false | true |
Construction Type | Unibody | One-piece |
Overall Length (in) | 13.375 in | 14 in |
Intended Use | Automotive, Woodworking, Sheet Metal Fabrication | Framing, Construction, Prying, Splitting, Demolition |
Warranty | Guaranteed Tough | |
Finish | Neon Orange | Black/Yellow |
Product descriptions and YouTube unboxing videos emphasize the hammer's reliability for automotive and sheet metal tasks. Creators note that the steel shot effectively aids swing force and control, positioning the tool as a spark-free, versatile option for professional use.
Unboxing comments praise the visibility, grip comfort, and rebound elimination. Users commonly highlight the bright color for quick spotting and the non-slip handle during impacts.
“helps when you're swinging that hammer”
Professional sources praise the hammer's balance and versatility for framing carpenters. DEWALT's site highlights the rip claw's ability to remove framing nails, finishing nails, and staples with long-lasting one-piece steel performance.
Consumers rate the product highly for its balance, reduced pain/fatigue, and nail-pulling performance in framing. Common praise includes controlled swings and toe-nailing ease.
