Machinist Hammer 5.0 kg, Wooden Handle, Hot-Forged C45 Steel, Juco

Quick Facts — 12445 Machinist hammer

• Model: 12445
• EAN: 5906372852610
• Type: Machinist hammer
• Head weight: 5.0 kg
• Material: C45 steel
• Handle: Wood

A 5.0 kg machinist hammer for heavy striking work, hot-forged from C45 steel and fitted with a wooden handle. The Juco hammer has quenched ends and a ground finish.

The head carries a transparent anticorrosion coating, which protects the steel in storage.

What makes machinist hammer 12445 a strong choice for heavy forging work?

It delivers 5.0 kg of striking weight in a hot-forged C45 head. The quenched ends give a hard striking face, while the rest of the head keeps its toughness. The ground surface and wooden handle are characteristic of a traditional machinist hammer.

The construction at a glance:

• Hot-forged head in C45 steel
• Quenched ends
• Ground surface
• Transparent anticorrosion coating on the head
• Wooden handle

Is machinist hammer 12445 suited to the forge and heavy demolition work?

Yes, for work where high striking weight is needed. At 5.3 kg, the hammer suits forging and other heavy blows. The wooden handle and the anticorrosion-treated surface are typical of traditional hand forging.

Technical Specifications

Suitable for: Blacksmiths, artistic smiths, farriers, welders and workshop mechanics.

Industries: Forging, metalworking, engineering workshops, construction and demolition.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is machinist hammer 12445 suited to one-handed use?

No, not for any length of time. Machinist hammer 12445 weighs 5.3 kg and has a 5.0 kg striking weight, which normally calls for a two-handed grip in forging work.

What hardening does machinist hammer 12445 have?

Machinist hammer 12445 is quenched at the ends and made from C45 steel. The head is hot-forged and ground.

What sets machinist hammer 12445 apart from other machinist hammers?

Machinist hammer 12445 is hot-forged from C45 steel with quenched ends and a transparent anticorrosion coating on the head. The handle is wooden and the striking weight is 5.0 kg.