Bates Cats Paw Nail Puller 8 Inch
- Item Weight: 0.42 pounds
- Power Source: Corded Electric
- Material: Forged Steel
- Batteries Required: No
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A lightweight forged steel hammer, better matched to detail work than framing. Worth it if 6.7 ounces suits the task at hand.
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ASIN: B0DJMQ2G1VModel: DUQE001B439NPCategory: Hammers
Overview
Bates' DUQE001B439NP is a forged steel hammer weighing just 6.7 ounces, a light head weight better suited to detail work than heavy framing.
At 6.7 ounces this hammer sits well below typical framing hammer weight, which usually runs a pound or more, so it reads as a lighter-duty tool for tacking, small assembly or craft use rather than driving large framing nails. Forged steel should hold up to repeated strikes better than a cast or stamped head. Handle length and head style aren't specified beyond that.
- Forged steel head construction
- Weighs 6.7 ounces
- Model DUQE001B439NP
Who it's for
Works for buyers who want a light hammer for detail work, hobby projects or small fasteners. Framers or anyone needing a full-weight claw hammer for heavy construction should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- Forged steel head resists chipping under repeated use
- Light 6.7 oz weight suits detail and precision work
- Too light for heavy framing or demolition
- Handle length and head style not specified
Performance notes
Forged steel heads generally resist chipping better than cast alternatives under repeated impact. At only 6.7 ounces though, this head delivers less force per strike than a standard 16 to 20 ounce claw hammer, so it drives smaller fasteners more comfortably than large framing nails.
Specifications
| Brand | Bates Choice |
|---|---|
| Model | DUQE001B439NP |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.42 poundslower than 90% of 222 hammers |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Forged Steel |
| Included components | |
| Batteries Included | No |
| Included Components | Claw Nail Puller |
| Other details | |
| Batteries Required | No |
| Part Number | DUQE001B439NP |
| Item Model Number | DUQE001B439NP |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Bates DUQE001B439NP hammer made of?
The head is forged steel.
How much does it weigh?
6.7 ounces, which is light for a hammer.
Is it suited to framing work?
Its light weight points more toward detail or light-duty tasks than heavy framing, where a heavier head is typically preferred.