DIY Doctor Heavy Duty Claw Hammer – 20oz Forged Steel with Non-Slip TPR Grip – 567g Straight Claw for Framing & Home Improvement – Fibreglass Shaft

This has proven to be an indispensable tool in my home improvement projects. Whether tackling electrical work or carpentry tasks, this straight claw hammer stands out for its solid forged steel construction, ensuring durability and reliable performance.The curved comfort grip with a TPR finish makes handling comfortable even during prolonged use. Recently, when I was framing a new shelf in my home office, the fibreglass framing hammer shaft provided the perfect balance of strength and flexibility, making the job smoother and more efficient.This DIY Doctor Claw Hammer has become my go-to choice, offering not just the right weight for various tasks but also a well-crafted design that enhances comfort and control. It's a reliable companion for any DIY enthusiast or professional in need of a high-quality, versatile hammer.

Firstly: The extra weight on this hammer is a bloody god send, reducing the distance of the back swing needed to apply a good solid whack. It has a nice flat whacking surface so is not inclined to bend nails if you don't hit it right in the middle (why do they even bother making claw hammers with rounded faces???). Both the handle and the head passed the whack test with flying colours. The handle is solid as any hammer I've ever used and the material provides nice grip even with gloves on. It is a nicely shaped handle without any stupid "ergonomic" curve (so can be used sideways in tight spaces without having to tilt the wrist) but still with a fattened butt to stop you slipping on a longer grip.Haven't tried pulling any nails yet but they've opted for a chunkier, robust design with the claws. Instead of the flatter "bladed" ones which round off so quickly and pretty much stop gripping after a few too many tough pulls, they've opted for a blunter inner face to the claws, which will still grab prominent nails with no fuss and more tolerance to wear but I guess will require tapping on to more flush nails to grip them or clever use of leverage to sort of squeeze the claws around it as you lever it out. I usually prefer a nail bar anyway.All in all, a brilliant whacking implement and you can rest rest assured I'll be whacking away all night long with my bigger than average tool. Then after that I'll be using this hammer at work.PS the brand is "DIY Doctor" but I see no reason why this is not suitable for trade. I am a tradesman, by the way. I whack stuff with hammers for money, you know.

Good price

Well its a hammer. Nails get pounded by it. I had to replace my last one as I have left it on a job somewhere :( The balance is a little off - it will not hand on a nail under its head on either side. The claw is blunt - my previous hammer claw was able to pull out panel pins, this one will not put out any nails with small heads.

Very good but heavy

its pretty heavy and does the job well

Good weights and balance

This hammer is decent value for money and works well enough for basic DIY tasks. However, the one I received didn’t match the product photo—the handle was yellow/orange instead of grey, which made it feel a bit cheaper than expected. It functions fine, but it doesn’t look or feel particularly special.Honestly, if you have a hardware store nearby, you might find something similar (or better) in-store for around the same price. Not a bad purchase, but I probably wouldn’t recommend it over other readily available options.