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The 8 Best Splitting Hammer – Guide

SaleComparison winner of the editors ESTWING Fireside Friend Axe - 14' Wood Splitting Maul with Forged Steel Construction & Shock Reduction Grip - E3-FF4, Blue

The 8 Best Splitting Hammer – Guide

You are looking for a good splitting hammer? Then our guide is perfect for you. We have compared the best split hammers and linked the best ones in our product recommendations for you. You are sure to find a suitable model for you there. Also, take a look at our checklist to be well informed about split hammers.

Checklist For Splitting Hammer

Head Weight
  • A splitting hammer also has a long handle, but it is significantly heavier than a classic splitting axe.
  • A head weight of 2.5 to 3 kg is suitable for relatively simple splitting tasks.
  • With a head weight of 3.5 kg and more, relatively long logs can also be split well.
Blade And Hammer Side
  • The hardened steel blade can penetrate the wood well if the cutting edge has a blunt angle of 30°. In comparison, a classic splitting axe comes to only about 20°.
  • The surface of the striking head is rounded on some models. This makes it easier to hammer in wedges.
Handle length
  • In order for you to be able to strike out well with the splitting hammer, it should have the right handle length.
  • Most classic models have a handle length of 80 to 90 cm.
  • Split hammers with a 60 to 80 cm long handle are suitable for smaller people.
Handle material
  • A cheap splitting hammer usually comes with a handle made of wood. Ash or hickory is often used. These are relatively unbreakable woods that are also easy to replace. However, they only become weather-resistant with the appropriate varnish.
  • Lighter but still stable are handles made of plastic. These are found in the middle and upper price segments. They are reinforced with glass fibers and often have the advantage of an ergonomic design. Some models come with special rubber inserts to dampen vibrations. However, fiberglass handles cannot be replaced in the event of a defect.
  • Very rare is the splitting hammer with a steel handle. It cannot be broken and is well balanced. Unsuitable for long periods of use or work in different places.

Here you can find the top 8 most popular splitting hammers.

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The Best Sellers Of The Splitting Hammer

We have compiled the most popular splitting hammers for you in this bestseller list.

# Preview Product
1 GEDORE - 1707663 OX 635 H-3009 Wood Splitting Hammer Professional Big OX GEDORE - 1707663 OX 635 H-3009 Wood Splitting Hammer Professional Big OX
2 Felled Slide Hammer Manual Log Splitter – 14 LB Wood Splitting Wedge Tool Hand Log Splitter Pump Felled Slide Hammer Manual Log Splitter – 14 LB Wood Splitting Wedge Tool Hand Log Splitter Pump
3 6PCS Rock Splitting Wedges and 1PCS Rotary Hammer Drill Bit, Wedge and Feather Shims, Stone Splitter Tools for Granites, Concretes, Boulders, Volcanic Rocks, Limestone Rocks 6PCS Rock Splitting Wedges and 1PCS Rotary Hammer Drill Bit, Wedge and Feather Shims, Stone Splitter...
4 Splitting the Licks: Improvising and Arranging Songs on the 5-String Banjo Splitting the Licks: Improvising and Arranging Songs on the 5-String Banjo
5 ESTWING Sure Strike Drilling/Crack Hammer - 3-Pound Sledge with Fiberglass Handle & No-Slip Cushion Grip - MRF3LB,Blue/Yellow ESTWING Sure Strike Drilling/Crack Hammer - 3-Pound Sledge with Fiberglass Handle & No-Slip Cushion...
6 ESTWING Fireside Friend Axe - 14' Wood Splitting Maul with Forged Steel Construction & Shock Reduction Grip - E3-FF4, Blue ESTWING Fireside Friend Axe - 14" Wood Splitting Maul with Forged Steel Construction & Shock...
7 Estwing E-5 5 Lb Sure Split Wedge and ESTWING Sure Strike Drilling/Crack Hammer - Splitting and Striking Tools Estwing E-5 5 Lb Sure Split Wedge and ESTWING Sure Strike Drilling/Crack Hammer - Splitting and...
8 REAL STEEL 0508 Rubber Grip Forged Jacketed Graphite Drilling Sledge Hammer for Striking 3 lb REAL STEEL 0508 Rubber Grip Forged Jacketed Graphite Drilling Sledge Hammer for Striking 3 lb
9 Fiskars Pro IsoCore Maul - 2.5-Pound Wood Splitter for Small Size Logs and Kindling with Shock-Absorbing Handle - Black/Orange Fiskars Pro IsoCore Maul - 2.5-Pound Wood Splitter for Small Size Logs and Kindling with...
10 INTERTOOL Splitting Maul, 6 lb Head, Wood Splitting Axe, 36”, Medium to Large Logs, Rounds, Firewood, Shock Absorbing Anti-Slip Fiberglass Handle with Blade Cover Sheath HT-0273 INTERTOOL Splitting Maul, 6 lb Head, Wood Splitting Axe, 36”, Medium to Large Logs, Rounds,...
11 Edward Tools Pro 3 Pound Sledge Hammer - Heavy Duty Harden Steel Mini Sledge Hammer for Drilling, Chisels, Nail, Rebar, Kindling Crack Hammer - Solid Anti Reverberation Oak Handle Edward Tools Pro 3 Pound Sledge Hammer - Heavy Duty Harden Steel Mini Sledge Hammer for Drilling,...
12 Splitting Splitting
13 MAXPOWER 4lb Club Hammer, Mini Sledge Hammer with 9-inch Fiberglass Handle, Drop Forged Steel Head MAXPOWER 4lb Club Hammer, Mini Sledge Hammer with 9-inch Fiberglass Handle, Drop Forged Steel Head
14 Business Rockstars Off-Air 'Merlin Kauffman, Founder of Soothe' Business Rockstars Off-Air "Merlin Kauffman, Founder of Soothe"
15 Estwing EML-836W 8 Pound Wood Splitting Maul Tool with 36 Inch Hickory Wooden Handle, Steel Blade, and Superior Shock Absorption Estwing EML-836W 8 Pound Wood Splitting Maul Tool with 36 Inch Hickory Wooden Handle, Steel Blade,...
16 Fiskars PRO 750660-1001 IsoCore 4 lb Double Flat Face Sledge Hammer (14') Fiskars PRO 750660-1001 IsoCore 4 lb Double Flat Face Sledge Hammer (14")
17 Bram Stoker's Dracula / Mary Shelley's Frankenstein - Set [Blu-ray] Bram Stoker's Dracula / Mary Shelley's Frankenstein - Set [Blu-ray]
18 C&T 2 piece Drilling/Crack Hammer+Split Wedge,3Lb Sledge Hammer with Fiberglass Handle,Forged Steel Construction, Shock Reduction Grip, 4.5Lb Split Wedge C&T 2 piece Drilling/Crack Hammer+Split Wedge,3Lb Sledge Hammer with Fiberglass Handle,Forged Steel...
19 Performance Tool M7111 8-Pound Splitting Maul with Fiberglass Handle, Black/Yellow Performance Tool M7111 8-Pound Splitting Maul with Fiberglass Handle, Black/Yellow
20 LEE Men's Dungarees Losse-Fit Carpenter Jean - 36W x 32L - Retro Stone LEE Men's Dungarees Losse-Fit Carpenter Jean - 36W x 32L - Retro Stone

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Current Offers For Splitting Hammer

Here you will find a selection of offers that are currently available in the field of splitting hammers.

SaleBestseller Nr. 1
GEDORE - 1707663 OX 635 H-3009 Wood Splitting Hammer Professional Big OX
GEDORE - 1707663 OX 635 H-3009 Wood Splitting Hammer Professional Big OX
With handle join ROTBAND-PLUS; Forged hammer head with turning nose and extra large striking face, eg for driving wedges
$137.99 −10% Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 3
Estwing E-5 5 Lb Sure Split Wedge and ESTWING Sure Strike Drilling/Crack Hammer - Splitting and Striking Tools
Estwing E-5 5 Lb Sure Split Wedge and ESTWING Sure Strike Drilling/Crack Hammer - Splitting and Striking Tools
Made in the USA with American steel and engineered for a lifetime of hard work
$46.88 −15% Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 4
Fiskars Pro IsoCore Maul - 2.5-Pound Wood Splitter for Small Size Logs and Kindling with Shock-Absorbing Handle - Black/Orange
Fiskars Pro IsoCore Maul - 2.5-Pound Wood Splitter for Small Size Logs and Kindling with Shock-Absorbing Handle - Black/Orange
INCLUDES: 1 Fiskars 2.5 lb Pro IsoCore Maul; Backed by a lifetime warranty
$60.99 −33% Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 7
Bram Stoker's Dracula / Mary Shelley's Frankenstein - Set [Blu-ray]
Bram Stoker's Dracula / Mary Shelley's Frankenstein - Set [Blu-ray]
Blu-ray; Blu-ray, Subtitled; Czech (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), Hindi (Subtitled); 2; 250
$14.99 −33% Amazon Prime
SaleBestseller Nr. 8
LEE Men's Dungarees Losse-Fit Carpenter Jean - 36W x 32L - Retro Stone
LEE Men's Dungarees Losse-Fit Carpenter Jean - 36W x 32L - Retro Stone
SPECIFICATIONS. Zipper fly with button closure, leg opening: 18".
$36.90 −5% Amazon Prime

FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions

Which size for a splitting hammer?

The majority of commercially available split hammers have an overall length of between 85 and 90 cm.

How heavy is a splitting hammer?

With a weight between 2.5 and 3.5 kg, occasional work and splitting soft wood species and small quantities can be easily managed.

What is a splitting hammer?

A splitting hammer is similar to a splitting axe. The difference is that a splitting hammer is heavier. A splitting hammer can be used to cut wood.

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