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[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claw_hammer '''Claw Hammers'''] are most commonly used by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joiner '''Joiners'''] for general construction work. The handles can be wooden ''(often hickory)'', GRP or steel with a rubber grip. | |||
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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. Popular head weights are between 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. Popular head weights are between 455-680g (16 to 24oz) | ||
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Revision as of 13:57, 14 May 2016
Description
Claw Hammers are most commonly used by Joiners for general construction work. The handles can be wooden (often hickory), GRP or steel with a rubber grip.
Features and Uses
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. Popular head weights are between 455-680g (16 to 24oz)
Note: Place scrap wood packing under the claw to protect the surface of timber or to improve the leverage when longer nails are being extracted.
DT Online Buyers' Guide
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- A 16oz Cross Pein Hammer (0.455kg) is a good useful size for general work in Design and Technology.
