ESTWING Sure Strike MRW25LM California Framing Hammer 25 oz
- Item Weight: 1.6 pounds
- Head Style: Forged Steel Head
- 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.
A hickory handled Estwing hammer with a carbon steel head, a solid pick if you prefer wood grip feel over the brand's usual solid steel design.
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ASIN: B000GYGKUYModel: MRW25LMCategory: Hammers
Overview
An Estwing MRW25LM hammer combining a carbon steel head with a traditional hickory wood handle, weighing 1.6 pounds in total.
Estwing is best known for solid steel, one piece hammers, so a hickory handled model like this one sits in a more traditional line built for carpentry and general striking work. The 25 in the model number lines up with the tool's total weight, suggesting a 25 ounce head, a common size for framing and general nailing tasks, though the listing does not confirm the exact head style.
- Carbon steel head
- Hickory wood handle
- 1.6 pound total weight
- Single piece tool count
Who it's for
Works for someone who prefers the feel and shock absorption of a wood handle over Estwing's more common solid steel design. Skip it if you specifically want the brand's signature one piece steel build, since this model uses hickory instead.
Pros and cons
- Hickory handle reduces shock on repeated strikes
- Carbon steel head resists wear
- Total weight suited to general carpentry tasks
- Not Estwing's typical one piece steel construction
- Exact head style (claw, rip, or other) not specified
Performance notes
The hickory handle absorbs more shock on impact than a solid steel handle would, reducing vibration transferred to the hand on repeated strikes. Carbon steel heads hold an edge and resist mushrooming under normal use better than softer alloys.
Specifications
| Brand | ESTWING |
|---|---|
| Model | MRW25LM |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.6 poundshigher than 67% of 222 hammers |
| Construction & materials | |
| Head Material | Carbon Steel |
| Handle Material | Hickory Wood |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Framing Hammer |
| Other details | |
| Head Style | Forged Steel Head |
| Grip Type | Wooden |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Style Name | Magnet |
| Item Type Name | Framing Hammer |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Estwing MRW25LM use a steel or wood handle?
A hickory wood handle, paired with a carbon steel head.
How much does it weigh?
1.6 pounds total.
Is this Estwing's typical solid steel design?
No, this model uses a wood handle rather than the brand's more common one piece steel build.