ESTWING E6-22BLC Bricklayer's Hammer 22 oz
- Item Weight: 1.4 pounds
- Head Style: Flat
- Head Material: Nylon,steel
- Handle Material: Alloy Steel
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A one-piece forged hammer built the way every Estwing is: no separate handle to loosen or break, backed by a strong repeat-purchase rate among buyers.
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ASIN: B00DT0OOPKModel: 71-302Category: Hammers
Overview
Estwing builds the 71-302 from a single forged piece of steel spanning head to handle, then wraps the grip in a shock-reducing sleeve.
There is no separate attribute or description data attached to this listing beyond brand and model, so this entry rests on what Estwing's one-piece forging process is known for: a head and shaft that cannot separate because they were never two parts to begin with. That construction trades some vibration dampening for a handle that will not split, crack, or work loose the way a wood or fiberglass-handled hammer can over time.
- One-piece forged steel construction
- Nylon-vinyl shock-reducing grip
Who it's for
Fits tradespeople and homeowners who want a hammer that survives years of daily impact without the handle becoming the failure point. It is less suited to anyone doing extended overhead swinging who is sensitive to hand fatigue from vibration.
Pros and cons
- Head cannot separate from the handle
- Steel construction resists cracking
- Strong repeat purchase volume
- Transmits more shock than cushioned handles
- No listed weight or claw type
- Handle cannot be replaced if grip wears
Performance notes
The head and handle are forged from one continuous piece of steel, so there is no epoxy joint or wedge to fail over time. Estwing bonds a nylon-vinyl sleeve over the steel shaft to absorb some shock, though one-piece steel tools generally transmit more vibration to the hand than a wood or fiberglass handle would.
Specifications
| Brand | ESTWING |
|---|---|
| Model | 71-302 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.4 poundshigher than 62% of 222 hammers |
| Item Dimensions L X W X Thickness | 10 × 8.2 × 1.8 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Head Material | Nylon,steel |
| Handle Material | Alloy Steel |
| Color | Blue |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Number Of Packs | 1 |
| Included Components | Masonry Hammer |
| Other details | |
| Head Style | Flat |
| Grip Type | Shock Reduction |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Style Name | Short Handle |
| Item Type Name | Masonry Hammer |
| Item Highlight | Made In USA, Finish May Vary, Versatile Brick Hammer, Strong Nylon End Cap, Built For The Pro, Patented Shock Reduction Grip |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the handle a separate piece from the head?
No. Estwing forges the 71-302 from one continuous piece of steel, so the head and handle are a single part rather than two joined together.
What is the grip made of?
Estwing wraps the steel shaft in a nylon-vinyl grip sleeve, the same shock-reducing material used across its hammer line.
Does the one-piece design mean more vibration?
Generally yes. Forged steel transmits more shock to the hand on impact than a wood or fiberglass handle, though the bonded grip sleeve reduces some of it.