KING 0088-0 Hammer
- Hammer
- 1
- Alloy Steel
- 8 ounces
A compact 8 ounce alloy steel hammer suited to light, precise tapping rather than heavy driving.
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How it ranks among the 284 hammers we track
4.7★ across 126 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
126 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 284 hammers we track - how the scorecard works · full hammers data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The King 0088-0 is a single-piece hammer made from alloy steel with a steel handle, weighing 8 ounces. Its light weight points to detail or tack work rather than framing or demolition.
An 8 ounce alloy steel hammer with an all-metal handle reads as a small, precise striking tool rather than a general carpentry hammer. That's an inference drawn from the weight and construction data given, not a stated use case, so it's worth confirming against your specific task.
- Alloy steel head
- Steel handle
- 8 oz weight
- Single piece hammer
Who it's for
Hobbyists or detail workers who need a light, small hammer. Not a fit for anyone doing framing or heavy demolition work.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Durable all steel head and handle construction
- Light 8 ounce weight for control
- Metal handle transmits more vibration than wood
- Not suited to heavy framing or demolition
Performance notes
The all-metal construction, alloy steel head and steel handle, means more durability against handle breakage but less shock absorption than a wood or fiberglass handle would give.
Specifications
| Brand | KING |
|---|---|
| Model | 0088-0 |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Item Weight | 8 ounces |
| Handle | Metal,Steel |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in hammers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| KING 0088-0 HammerThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 126 | 3.7 / 5 |
| Mr HM06NL HammerMr | 4.8 / 5 | 9,665 | 4.7 / 5 |
| ESTWING MRF3LB HammerESTWING | 4.8 / 5 | 11,112 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Goldblatt NOVASAT-0409-1513-34 HammerGoldblatt | 4.8 / 5 | 10,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| IRWIN 1954889 HammerIrwin | 4.8 / 5 | 7,200 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the KING 0088-0
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the King 0088-0 hammer made of?
An alloy steel head with a metal, steel handle.
How much does the King 0088-0 weigh?
8 ounces.
Is the King 0088-0 good for framing?
Its light 8 ounce weight points to detail or light tapping work rather than framing or demolition.