The Hammer That Can’t Lose Its Head
Estwing has forged the head and handle of its claw hammer from one piece of steel in Rockford, Illinois since 1923 — so the joint that fails on every other hammer simply is not there.
Hand Tools
The Grip That Won’t Walk
The Wilde G253 is a Kansas-forged, angle-nose water-pump plier whose patented Grip Tight Clip keeps the jaw from walking off the nut — made in the USA with a lifetime warranty.
The Pliers That Became a Household Word
Nearly 4,000 owners rate the Channellock 440 tongue-and-groove pliers 4.8 out of 5. Forged in Meadville, Pennsylvania — we verify what is made in the USA and report what owners actually complain about.
Channellock 7-inch XLT End Cutting Pliers Review (357)
Channellock forges the 357 end cutting nipper from American steel in Meadville, Pennsylvania — and says so plainly. 1,333 owners rate it 4.6 stars. We read the complaints, and most of them are aimed at a job the tool was never built to do.
Vaughan 99 Rip Claw Hammer (VN12400) Review
The Vaughan 99 is a 16 oz hickory-handled rip-claw nail hammer, forged in Bushnell, Illinois since 1869 (now a Marshalltown brand). Our independent, verified review and score.
Estwing E3-22P Rock Pick (Pointed Tip) Review
The Estwing E3-22P is a 22 oz one-piece forged rock pick made in Rockford, Illinois. Our independent, verified review and score.
Estwing Rigger’s Axe (E3-R) Review
The Estwing Rigger’s Axe is a 16-inch framing hammer and axe forged from one piece of American steel in Rockford, Illinois. Our independent, verified review and score.