ESTWING PB-18 I-Beam Pry Bar 18 Inch
- Item Weight: 1.5 pounds
- Head Style: I-Beam
- Head Material: Alloy Steel
- Handle Material: Metal
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A reasonable everyday hammer pick from a well known name in the category, though confirm head weight and handle material against your needs before buying since neither is specified in the data on hand.
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ASIN: B00002N5NHModel: PB-18Category: Hammers
Overview
The Estwing PB-18 is a hammer aimed at general carpentry, framing and repair work rather than a specialty striking task.
Estwing's hammer lineup covers everything from framing to finish work, and the PB-18 sits in that catalog as a general use option. With head weight and handle material not listed here, it is worth checking against your specific job, whether that is framing, trim or repair around the house, before assuming it matches a heavier or lighter hammer you have used before.
- General purpose carpentry and repair hammer
- Part of Estwing's hammer lineup
Who it's for
Suited to homeowners and tradespeople who want a general purpose hammer for carpentry and repair tasks. Buyers needing a specific head weight or a specialty hammer, such as a framing or ball pein hammer, should confirm the exact spec before buying since that detail isn't listed here.
Pros and cons
- From an established name in hammers
- Steady recent purchase volume
- Head weight not specified
- Handle material not specified
- No description text to confirm the exact use case
Performance notes
General purpose hammers like this one are built to handle everyday driving and pulling tasks around carpentry and repair work, rather than being tuned for one specialty job. How it performs on a specific task, such as framing versus light repair, comes down to head weight and balance, neither of which is specified in the available data.
Specifications
| Brand | ESTWING |
|---|---|
| Model | PB-18 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.5 poundshigher than 64% of 222 hammers |
| Construction & materials | |
| Head Material | Alloy Steel |
| Handle Material | Metal |
| Color | No Color |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Number Of Packs | 1 |
| Included Components | Nail Puller |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Head Style | I-Beam |
| Grip Type | Non-Slip |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Item Type Name | 18" Pry Bar, Forged, I Beam Construction |
| Item Highlight | Made In USA, High Leverage Design, Built For The Pro, Chisel End, Forged In One Piece, Perfect Fro Demo Work |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Estwing PB-18 used for?
It's listed as a general purpose hammer for carpentry and repair work.
What head weight does the PB-18 have?
That spec isn't listed in the available data, so it's worth confirming with Estwing's own spec sheet before buying.