Not Another Carbon Copy
Sledgehammers and Axes need to be dependable and sturdy. But that does not mean that they are not prone to breaking. DeWalt has heard about these issues and is introducing a new series of hammers and axes that can help improve that problem. With their carbon fiber axes and sleds, they improve on the weakest part of these tools, such as the overstrike (neck, for those unfamiliar), and fortify it.
What’s Different?
Each axe and sledgehammer from this line is now laced with Carbon Fiber Protection on the overstrike. This will strengthen this usually vulnerable spot of the tool and make it longer lasting and durable. This gives protection if you strike too hard on wood or concrete or miss your target and hit the shaft. The handles are now hollowed out, allowing quicker, more accessible, and more balanced swings. However, one major thing to note is that they have diversified some of their hammers and axes to fit specific jobs.
Hammering Out the Details
DeWalt’s long-handle sled hammers come in different weights for those jobs that might need more force—weighing at either 6 (DWHT56027), 8 (DWHT56028), 10 (DWHT56029), or 12 (DWHT56030) lbs. Each sledgehammer head has a concentrated strike face that packs twice the impact compared to traditional sledgehammers. With its lightweight, durable handle and impact strength, this can make any demolition job a breeze. DeWalt (DWHT56025) 4 lb. Carbon Fiber Composite Blacksmith Sledgehammer
Sometimes, you do not need a big show of force with a sledgehammer but something more precise. DeWalt’s short-handle sled hammers can manage those jobs and specialize in specific tasks. For instance, the engineering short handle (DWHT56026), similar to the long handles with its concentrated strike face, is suitable for small areas where you can’t swing something big. Then you have the blacksmith (DWHT56025), with its cross-peen strike face for creating tight corners and curves when working with metal. Finally, the drilling short handle sledgehammer (DWHT56024). Like its name, it is perfect for drilling in stakes and rebar or being used to chisel.
Let’s Split Hairs (or Wood perhaps)
Building or designing an axe the same way does nothing; DeWalt’s new Axes specialize in handling a specific job—the 4.5 lb. Log Splitter (DWHT56033) separates logs easily and with a single swing. Now, the 3.5 Single Bit Axe (DWHT56032) cuts trees down faster and easier with its lighter weight—finally, the 20 oz. Camper’s Hatchet (DWHT56031) is more of the jack of all trades axe. It can oversee splitting wood and cutting down trees, but it will take significantly longer. But what it lacks in power and length, it makes up for in versatility and mobility.
The final thing to notice in the axes is the design of the bits. Each has scalloped cutting edges, which help get deep cuts and quickly release them from the wood. With its light handle and new edges, you can cut faster and smoother without worrying about getting snagged.
Final Thoughts
DeWalt has made working with these tools efficient, from improving the vulnerable overstrike area to hollowing the handle for lighter weight and specializing in the tools for specific jobs. To learn more about the DeWalt Sledge Hammers and Axes Tape or purchase/pre-order one, check AcmeTools.com.
