Real Steel 0402 Magnetic Rip Claw Framing Hammer 20 oz
- Item Weight: 1.69 pounds
- Head Style: Magnetic
- 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 1.69 pound carbon steel hammer on a hickory handle, built with a traditional material pairing suited to lighter striking tasks.
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ASIN: B01N2GPCANModel: 0402Category: Hammers
Overview
The REAL 0402 is a single hammer with a carbon steel head and a hickory wood handle, weighing 1.69 pounds. Hickory is a traditional handle choice valued for absorbing shock during repeated strikes.
At 1.69 pounds this sits on the lighter end for a hammer, pointing toward finish or lighter striking work rather than heavy framing, though the exact strike-face size and hammer type aren't specified. The carbon steel head paired with a hickory handle is a well-established combination rather than anything unusual in the category.
- Carbon steel head
- Hickory wood handle
- 1.69 pound item weight
- Sold as a single unit, 1 piece
Who it's for
Suited to lighter striking tasks around the house or workshop where a heavier framing hammer would be overkill. Not confirmed as the right pick for heavy demolition given its lighter weight.
Pros and cons
- Hickory handle absorbs shock on impact
- Carbon steel head
- Lightweight at 1.69 pounds for control
- Lighter weight may limit heavy-duty striking
- Strike face size and hammer type not specified
Performance notes
Hickory handles are prized for flexing slightly on impact, softening the shock that travels back to the hand compared with stiffer materials. Combined with a 1.69 pound head and handle, this points to a hammer meant for control on lighter strikes rather than maximum swing force.
Specifications
| Brand | REAL STEEL |
|---|---|
| Model | 0402 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1.69 poundshigher than 70% of 222 hammers |
| Construction & materials | |
| Head Material | Carbon Steel |
| Handle Material | Hickory Wood |
| Color | Brown, Silver |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Hammer |
| Other details | |
| Head Style | Magnetic |
| Grip Type | Textured |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Style Name | Hickory Handle |
| Item Type Name | Hammer |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the REAL 0402 hammer's handle made of?
Hickory wood.
How much does the REAL 0402 weigh?
1.69 pounds.
Does the REAL 0402 come as a set?
No, it's listed as a single piece.