Sledgehammer
Wooden handle
Head weight: 12lb / 5.4 kg
Handle Length: 32" / 820mm
Used to Strike Stone, Concrete, Metal, and Wood. Often Used in Demolition, to Drive Stakes and Posts, Move Timbers, and Break Concrete.
Suggested PPE:
- Protective gloves
- Eye protection
- Protective clothing
For more information about using a tool, manuals and instructional videos can often be found online, here is a link to one video:
How to use a sledgehammer - YouTube
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