Vaughan California Framing Hammer

Another somewhat unique hammer from Howard A Vaughan Jnr. The head is heat treated in three different areas, each area getting a specific treatment to precisely temper the striking face and claws. The extra large striking face is milled to minimise the chances of slippage. The hatchet style handle is of selected best grade second growth hickory, triple wedged for security with a large cross section where it joins the head for extra strength. The head is 650g(23oz) in weight and, with a 430mm(17") long handle, is capable of making a bit of an impact.