OX Trade Demolition Hammer 4lb Fibreglass

The OX Trade demolition hammer is a 4lb hammer with a small steel head on a solid core fibreglass handle. It is built for demolition and breaking work where a full sledge is too heavy and a claw hammer is too light. The hardened and tempered steel head takes the impact, and the rubber ergonomic grip reduces vibration through the hand. The compact head keeps the weight close to the handle, which makes it easier to swing accurately in tight spaces like a roof void or a formwork corner.

Key Features

• Small steel head demolition hammer
• Solid core fibreglass handle
• Hardened and tempered steel head for durability
• Rubber ergonomic grip
• 4lb head weight

Specifications

• Head weight: 4lb
• Head: hardened and tempered steel
• Handle: solid core fibreglass
• Grip: rubber ergonomic
• Use: demolition and breaking work

Applications

• Breaking up small concrete, brick and masonry
• Demolition and stripping work on site
• Driving stakes, pins and formwork
• Heavy hammering where a claw hammer is not enough

What You Need To Complete The Job

Pair this hammer with a 10lb sledge hammer for heavier breaking, and keep a wrecking bar for prying. Protect your hands with leather rigger gloves and wear safety glasses. See the General Hand Tools range for more demolition gear.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a demolition hammer used for?

A demolition hammer is a mid weight hammer for breaking and striking work. It suits breaking up small concrete, brick and masonry, driving stakes and pins, and heavy hammering where a claw hammer is not heavy enough. The 4lb head is a manageable weight for controlled striking on site.

Why a fibreglass handle?

A solid core fibreglass handle is strong and does not split like a timber handle can under heavy impact. It also absorbs some of the vibration from each strike, which reduces fatigue through the hand. The rubber ergonomic grip adds comfort during repeated use. The solid core construction keeps the handle straight and stiff, so the force of each strike goes into the head rather than flexing through the shaft.

How heavy is the head?

The head weighs 4lb (about 1.8kg). That is a practical weight for demolition and breaking work, giving enough mass to do the job without the fatigue of a heavier sledge. For heavier breaking, step up to a sledge hammer.

Is the head hardened?

Yes. The listing states the head is hardened and tempered steel for durability. That treatment keeps the striking face from denting and chipping under impact, so the hammer keeps working through demolition jobs. Inspect the head for damage before heavy use.