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When choosing a hammer, the striking task determines the design: an engineer's hammer serves different purposes from a soft-face hammer or a roofing hammer. Then compare head weight, striking face, handle length and available swinging space.

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Which design suits which task?

Design Typical selection question Key point
Engineer's hammer Driving nails, straightening or striking with a flat face? GEDORE describes a flat face and wedge-shaped peen; choose the head weight according to the impact required.
Soft-face hammer Do you need to minimise damage to a finished surface? Check the face material and its suitability for your workpiece.
Roofing hammer Is a nail holder or claw important for the workflow? Compare the actual features of the specific version.

Example: controlled strikes on a small workpiece

A heavier head does not automatically produce a better result. Where space is limited and the target area is small, manageable dimensions and a suitable striking face matter more. For a delicate visible surface, look instead for an explicitly suitable soft-face hammer.

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Technical reference: GEDORE: Hammer types and the construction of an engineer's hammer.

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