Object Name
Hammer, Claw
Materials
Metal --Wood
Catalogue Number
2003-06.03
Dimensions
Length 25.2cm x Width 11.8cm x Height 1.9cm
Description
Small, thin claw hammer with a wooden handle and a metal head.
History
The claw hammer is the most popular hammer for general work, available with a wooden (often hickory), glass-fibre or steel handle; with or without rubber grip. The most popular weights are 455-680g (16 to 24oz). The claw is normally curved, and incorporates a 'V' cut-out to draw nails from timber. The claw can be used to lever up floorboards or where other places where a lever is required; care must be taken (especially with cheaper models) as the force applied can easily weaken the joint between the handle and the head.
