Council Tool 6 lbs Sledge Hammer - 16" Wooden Handle

Council Tool Sledge Hammers are probably the most popular type of Council Tool hammers. These sledges are designed to be used in heavy hammer applications for striking wood, concrete, metal, and stone. Common uses are driving heavy timbers and striking spikes, cold chisels, rock drills and hardened nails.

• 6 lb double-face sledge hammer with hickory handle
• Forged tool steel head with clear lacquer head 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
• Heat treatment produces fine grain structure and Rc 46-54 (Rockwell) for safety and toughness
• 16″ American-made hickory handle, kiln dried before turning
• Handle is hydraulically inserted into head and secured with a serrated aluminum wedge, providing a very secure mechanical bond
• Meets or exceeds ASME B107.54-2001
• Made in USA