STANLEYFMHT1-51275 1FatMax XL AVX Curve Claw Hammer

I recently had the opportunity to use the Stanley FMHT1-51275 FatMax XL AVX Curve Claw Hammer, and I must say it exceeded my expectations. Here's my first-person review based on my experience:Strength and Durability:The strength of this hammer is impressive. It feels solid and sturdy in my hand, giving me confidence in its ability to handle demanding tasks. The construction is robust, and the materials used are of high quality. I have used it for various projects, from light household repairs to more heavy-duty construction work, and it has consistently delivered excellent results.Weight and Balance:One notable aspect of the Stanley FatMax XL AVX Curve Claw Hammer is its well-balanced design. It strikes the perfect balance between being substantial enough to provide effective force and lightweight enough to minimize fatigue during prolonged use. The weight feels just right, allowing for comfortable and controlled swings.Versatile Claw Design:The curve claw design of this hammer adds to its versatility. It provides an excellent grip on nails, allowing for easy removal without damaging the surrounding surfaces. Whether I needed to pull out large nails or extract smaller finishing nails, the curved claw was consistently efficient and reliable.Job Performance:No matter the task at hand, the Stanley FatMax XL AVX Curve Claw Hammer got the job done. Whether I was framing, installing trim, or working on various woodworking projects, this hammer proved to be a reliable companion. It delivers powerful strikes, driving nails effortlessly and accurately.Recommendation:I would highly recommend the Stanley FMHT1-51275 FatMax XL AVX Curve Claw Hammer to anyone in need of a reliable and durable tool. Its strength, balanced weight, and versatile claw design make it a valuable addition to any toolbox. Whether you're a professional tradesperson or a DIY enthusiast, this hammer is up to the task.In conclusion, the Stanley FMHT1-51275 FatMax XL AVX Curve Claw Hammer exceeded my expectations with its strength, balanced weight, and excellent performance. Its durability and versatility make it a reliable tool for a wide range of projects. I would confidently recommend this hammer to anyone seeking a high-quality and efficient tool to get the job done right.

I like this hammer as it is very well balanced with a good solid grip. Full metal body with anti vibe protection. Will do everything i ever need a hammer to do around the house. With this hammer i feel like a pro (lol). Good quality and amazing value, searched high and low and Amazon was the cheapest i could find.

I use my hammer for mutilple things including; dismantling wooden palletts for converting into firewood kindling. The Claw works well for removing nails with mutilple head sizes, in addition to being used to split joints apart. The hammer head is made of tougthened steel and hammers nails into wood easily with little scratching or over side of wear and tear (no indentations present). I have not used the nail grip function as yet perferring to hold the nails by hand. The ease of use and tight grip control reduce teh likelyhood of missing and hitting your hand instead!.The lower handle is rubberised giving excellant grip and no slippage/rotation when in use. I am sure this tool will last for years of use if stored correctly (dry environment). Generally of a good quality construction and design which I have come to expect from this particular range of tools.

I left my trusty 40-year old stanley on a fence post in my field after I'd fixed some rails back on and someone nicked it when they walked the footpath. I bought this and I think it's even better. Same shape, same whack, but slightly lighter - and slightly shorter, so it actually fits into my tool box, unlike the old one. A good buy.I hope the thief hammers their thumb.

It is comfortable to hold with a well shaped shaft, so you shouldn't accidentally lose your grip.Vibration does seem to be very slightly reduced. The hammer it is replacing was pretty good at that though. I THINK that is also a 'Stanley' but all identification marks have long since worn away. I have had that old one 44 years so it is time to retire it.The striking face is slightly convex, just as it should be. The diameter is far larger than I am used to though. It is almost twice the area of my old Stanley hammer. I can't see any advantage in having such a large diameter striking face. It will however be a disadvantage if you strike near the edge as that will cause the hammer to try to rotate in your hand. Also, spreading the weight out rather than concentrating it in the head reduces the rotational inertia slightly, again making it more prone to rotation. I doubt it will be a disadvantage very often.In case anyone was wondering, this 16 oz hammer actually weighs 24.75 oz. It is almost exactly 16 oz forward of the balance point which is roughly 2.75" from the centre of the striking face. The 2.75" end of the shaft therefore acts as part of the effective weight. The handling/balance in use is just right, fortuitously nearly identical to my 44 year old one.Memo to self: Update this review in 44 year's time.

Good weight at 16oz, I had the 20oz previously which rusted as I used it for everything. Surprising how much better feel 4oz weight reduction makes. Best price I’ve found as well, not sure what difference the “antivibe” makes, as I’m not using it for hours at a time. But would recommend.

An excellent hammer. Nicely weighted, not too heavy, well balanced. Handle is grippy. The anti vibe thing is nonsense, you hit something hard and you feel it. The claw part is pretty good too. Been using this as a general purpose diy hammer and it is very good for the money.

Purchased this as i lost my Estwing hammer, this feels as good and comfortable as my previous hammer at a bit less cost, very good value but no compromise on quality,