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Vaughan

VAUGHAN WB Drywall Hatchet

  • Item Weight: 1.3 pounds
  • Head Style: Flat
  • Head Material: Carbon Steel
  • Handle Material: Hickory Wood

Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A traditional carbon steel and hickory hammer built for general household or light workshop use rather than heavy framing or demolition strikes.

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ASIN: B00004Z2XMCategory: Hammers

Overview

A traditional carbon steel and hickory hammer built for general household or light workshop use rather than heavy framing or demolition strikes.

Hickory is a traditional handle material valued for absorbing shock on impact, and at 1.3 pounds the head sits on the lighter end for a hammer, suited to general striking rather than heavy framing. Claw or face style is not specified.

  • Carbon steel head
  • Hickory wood handle
  • 1.3 pound weight
  • Sold as a single piece

Who it's for

General household or light workshop use where a lighter hammer is easier to swing repeatedly. Not for heavy framing or demolition work, where more head weight helps drive larger fasteners.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Hickory handle absorbs shock better than some synthetic grips
  • Carbon steel head resists wear
Cons
  • 1.3 pound head is light for heavy framing work
  • No claw or face style specified

Performance notes

Carbon steel resists wear and deformation on the striking face, while the hickory handle absorbs some shock on impact compared with rigid synthetic grips. At 1.3 pounds the head favors control over maximum driving force.

Specifications

BrandVaughan
Dimensions & fit
Item Weight1.3 poundshigher than 57% of 222 hammers
Item Dimensions L X W X Thickness15.5 × 1.5 × 6 inches
Construction & materials
Head MaterialCarbon Steel
Handle MaterialHickory Wood
ColorWood
Included components
Included ComponentsMarshalltown - VN21001
Other details
Head StyleFlat
Grip TypeTextured Hickory
Number Of Items1
Style NameFlat
Item Type NameWB Provessional Drywall Hatchet

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Frequently asked questions

What is the VAUGHAN WBXXX hammer's handle made of?

Hickory wood.

How heavy is the head?

1.3 pounds total weight.

Is it sold as a set?

No, it ships as a single piece.