OX Pro Series Framing Hammer
Score: 78/100Klein Tools H80603
Score: 75/100Rankings
The OX Tools Pro Series 3lb California Framing Hammer is a professional-grade tool featuring a forged solid steel head with a milled face for superior nail grip. It includes a magnetic nail starter and a shock-reducing non-slip grip, designed to provide balance and impact force for heavy framing tasks. The heavy head weight may cause user fatigue during extended use, making it less suitable for lighter tasks.
The Klein Tools H80603 is a 3-pound fiberglass-handle wedge sledgehammer designed for demolition, striking, and metal shaping. It features a forged alloy steel head with three versatile faces and built-in overstrike protection. It is best suited for construction professionals needing a lightweight, durable, ASME-compliant tool for controlled impact tasks.
| Attribute | | Klein Tools H80603 |
|---|---|---|
48 ozbest | 48 ozbest | |
| ↓ lower better | — | 61.8 ozbest |
14.5 inbest | 10.51 in | |
— | 11.1 inbest |
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| Attribute | | Klein Tools H80603 |
|---|---|---|
Handle & Grip(3) | ||
Handle Material | Hickory | fiberglass |
Handle Length (in) | 14.5 in | 10.51 in |
Grip Type | Non-slip | shock_absorbing |
Core Specifications(3) | ||
Hammer Type | California Framing Hammer | sledgehammer |
Overall Weight (oz) | null oz | 61.8 oz |
Head Material | Steel | forged_alloy_steel |
Head & Face(1) | ||
Face Type | Milled | wedge_smooth_milled |
Features & Build(5) | ||
Construction Type | One-piece forged | composite |
Overall Length (in) | null in | 11.1 in |
Intended Use | Framing | demolition |
Warranty | 90-day | vendor_dependent |
Finish | null | liquid_coating |
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