kanxrus Posted April 7, 2011 Report Share Posted April 7, 2011 World’s First 15 Ounce All-Steel, Framing Hammer Offers a Powerful, Lightweight Solution for Driving and Removing Nails TOWSON, Md. (April 7, 2011) – DEWALT® announced today the launch of its 15 Ounce Framing Hammer (DWHT51138) as part of its new line of industrial hand tools. Due to its innovative design, this framing hammer (DWHT51138) is lighter and more powerful than conventional framing hammers, offering contractors a solution that can tackle nearly all professional wood framing applications on the jobsite while minimizing arm fatigue. “Traditionally, hammers as heavy as 28 or even 32 ounces were the industry standard in framing applications; however, the trend is moving toward lighter hand and power tools,†said Ian Harney, global product manager, hammers and demolition tools. “Extensive jobsite research with professionals has led our engineering team to use MIG Weld Technology to match the weight of leading titanium hammers while maintaining the strength and durability that DEWALT end users demand. This innovation delivers the power professionals need to maximize their level of productivity while minimizing arm fatigue.†The product also features a magnetic nail holding slot to efficiently set nails which will offer speed and accessibility in hard to reach areas. Complete with a limited lifetime warranty, this 15 ounce framing hammer will be available at The Home Depot as well as independent distributors beginning in June 2011. The DEWALT 15 Ounce Framing Hammer is expected to retail for approximately $59.99. About DEWALT DEWALT is a leading manufacturer of industrial power tools and accessories, including corded and cordless drills, saws, hammers, grinders, routers, planers, plate joiners, sanders, lasers, generators, compressors, nailers, saw blades, metal and masonry drill bits, abrasives, screw driving accessories and more. DEWALT tools can be found nationally and internationally, wherever tools are sold. With more than 1,000 factory-owned and authorized locations, DEWALT has one of the most extensive service and repair networks in North America. For more information, visit www.dewalt.com or follow DEWALT on Facebook and Twitter. Summary DEWALT launches the industry’s first 15 ounce all-steel Framing Hammer as part of its new line of hand tools. The DWHT51138 is lighter weight and more powerful than traditional framing hammers, offering contractors a lightweight solution that can handle nearly any professional, residential or commercial wood framing application while minimizing arm fatigue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kanxrus Posted April 27, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2011 I know I've seen this somewhere? hmmm....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kjones Posted April 27, 2011 Report Share Posted April 27, 2011 crazy! Where did that come from? I know that these tools where originally going to be branded as Stanley or Bostitch, but I didn't think that they where going to print both names on them. Is this a pre-launch pic, or is it actually coming out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kanxrus Posted April 28, 2011 Author Report Share Posted April 28, 2011 It's the real deal! http://www.stanleyhandtools.ca/hammers/15oz-mig-hammer.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toolsinaction Posted April 28, 2011 Report Share Posted April 28, 2011 I saw it in the flesh today! http://professional-power-tool-guide.com/2011/04/dewalt-hand-tools-wild/ Its awesome! They also had a wooden handled hammer. Sorry for the the blurry pic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
framer Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 damn, when will my local HD get these in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toolsinaction Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 I was told national launch is June 1st, I will find out more as I get it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golem Posted April 29, 2011 Report Share Posted April 29, 2011 Lol this hammer already existe is the same as stanley tool only the name change Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
framer Posted July 11, 2011 Report Share Posted July 11, 2011 i picked up the 14oz version, and have to say its a nice hammer. love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midogrumpy Posted July 11, 2011 Report Share Posted July 11, 2011 where did you buy and how much did you pay; I´m anxious, going to USA soon for vacation; how do the display of dewalt tools look in the stores (hand tools) maybe next time take a picture, thx mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golem Posted July 11, 2011 Report Share Posted July 11, 2011 this is the same hammer as stanley 15 ounce they just change the name Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
framer Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 where did you buy and how much did you pay; I´m anxious, going to USA soon for vacation; how do the display of dewalt tools look in the stores (hand tools) maybe next time take a picture, thx mike i bought it at my local farm & fleet store. $50 they just had an end rack set up with a few of the dewalt tools, not the whole lineup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
framer Posted July 12, 2011 Report Share Posted July 12, 2011 this is the same hammer as stanley 15 ounce they just change the name true, but the dewalt name is better plus i never seen the stanley version locally for sale. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lagoodlife Posted July 18, 2011 Report Share Posted July 18, 2011 Hey, when those new hand tools are coming out in Canada? im dying to get the new hammer... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kjones Posted July 21, 2011 Report Share Posted July 21, 2011 I know I've seen this somewhere? hmmm....... This hammer is only available in Canada. I am not sure why they decided to brand it Fat Max up there, but it is what it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kanxrus Posted July 21, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 21, 2011 It's possible Stanley has a stronger brand recognition in Canada, then DeWALT has. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kjones Posted July 23, 2011 Report Share Posted July 23, 2011 It's possible Stanley has a stronger brand recognition in Canada, then DeWALT has. For sure. I am not questioning the marketing, I just don't want to sound like a "corporate drone"... Just wanted to clarify the picture. the tool is new, the corporation just decided to launch it in Canada under the Fat Max brand. Any other countries (according to the product manager, who told me) who receive the tool directly from us, will get it under the DeWALT name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTDiesel Posted July 25, 2011 Report Share Posted July 25, 2011 I was just in a Home Depot in Indianapolis last week, and Lowe's twice. I still haven't seen these new tools for sale yet. Is there a reason? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kanxrus Posted July 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted July 25, 2011 I saw them at my local Orange box yesterday. Out front and center. They had the screwdrivers, tape measures, chalk lines, knives, hammers, and a few other item's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTDiesel Posted July 25, 2011 Report Share Posted July 25, 2011 I will take a peek inside my local HD tomorrow while I'm out runnin around and report back...at least for those readers who might be in Indy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gatorb8881393434512 Posted July 25, 2011 Report Share Posted July 25, 2011 Dewalt hand tools will not be carried in Lowes. Lowes is carrying the Bostitch line and HD is carrying Dewalt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucko Posted August 2, 2011 Report Share Posted August 2, 2011 Hey guys please excuse my stupid question but I was wondering what the attraction to this hammer is? Everyone seems really excited about it. Is it just because it is lightweight? Obviously I don't swing a hammer for a living but I am just curious what makes so many people so excited about this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kjones Posted August 2, 2011 Report Share Posted August 2, 2011 Hey guys please excuse my stupid question but I was wondering what the attraction to this hammer is? Everyone seems really excited about it. Is it just because it is lightweight? Obviously I don't swing a hammer for a living but I am just curious what makes so many people so excited about this one. yes, the light weight is a huge feature. It is an all steel hammer (better durability), with a 15oz head. The cool thing about the light weight however, is that it still drives nails as fast as a 22-28oz hammer. Swinging heavier hammers causes all kinds of problems for framers, as well as just being tiring. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
golem Posted August 3, 2011 Report Share Posted August 3, 2011 If this the same design as stanley hammer.this hammer have big issue like.One guy at rona returning is hammer because the claw of hammer twisted and one working with me returning is hammer cause the handle just come out of is hammer.I hop dewalt fix this two issue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kjones Posted August 4, 2011 Report Share Posted August 4, 2011 If this the same design as stanley hammer.this hammer have big issue like.One guy at rona returning is hammer because the claw of hammer twisted and one working with me returning is hammer cause the handle just come out of is hammer.I hop dewalt fix this two issue. The hammer IS NOT the same as the stanley hammer. The only place where this hammer is the same as Stanley is in Canada, where it was branded as Fat Max instead of DeWALT. Stanley has a similar, all steel anti-vibe hammer, but it is not the same materials, same geometirc design, or weight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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