Description Council 2 1/2 lbs Hickory Engineer Hammer * 2 1/2 lb. engineer hammer with hickory handle. * Forged tool steel head, Made in USA, with clear lacquer finish to deter rust. * Striking face is precision machined with proper radius and chamfer (bevel), providing safer performance. * Heat treated after machining for increased depth of hardness. (Turning after hardening looks more attractive (on competitor’s tools) but leaves less depth.) * Heat treatment produces fine grain structure and Rc 46-54 (Rockwell) for safety and toughness. * 15′ American-made hickory handle, kiln dried before turning. Eye section is then dried below 10% moisture content prior to assembly. * Handle is hydraulically inserted into head and secured with a serrated aluminum wedge, providing a very secure mechanical bond. Approximately 1/2′ of handle length is removed during assembly. * Meets or exceeds ASME B107.54-2001 ***Always Wear Eye Protection***
