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Just wondering what kind of framing hammer you like. And what kind of handle . how many ounces and califramer or regular? And what the advantages are of each. thank you
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bob,
I use a 16oz smooth face curved claw Plumb for framing, trim, cabinets and demo. Same hammer for everything.
Ed. Williams
*Hart California Framer, 18 oz. Milled face w/hatchet handle for framing... saves on the CTS.Hart 16 oz smooth for Trim.Vaughan 22 oz. smooth for beating on things... and a Four Pounder when all else fails... great for proud studs.
*The straight handled Death Stick ,21 ozs of power at the end of your arm.Milled face won't let the nail bend on ya.Magnet in the head for starting that hard to reach nail, definite bonus at times, gimmicky at others.Cool skull and cross bones on one side of hammer head, always cool.cat's paw beater: 16oz craftsman doubles as trimmy when necessary.Extra hammers; 28oz Craftsmen riggers hatchet heavy but packs a whollup.23 oz Craftsman framing hammer uaually in the new guy with the flat hammer tool belt.jimP.S. check in Tools for moore info
*22 oz milled face straight claw on it's third straight handle for framing and smashing my finger.16 oz smooth face curved claw for finish. Latest is a Stanley Jacketed Graphite handle, which is fairly light and has a nice feel.
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Just wondering what kind of framing hammer you like. And what kind of handle . how many ounces and califramer or regular? And what the advantages are of each. thank you