SilverlineBrick Hammer Tubular 16 oz (454g) (HA65B)

As per other reviewers we bought this hammer for a fossil hunting trip planned for the Jurassic Coast. Having searched online for tips as we were novices we got pointed in this direction and decided to purchase.When the hammer arrived I was surprised at the size and weight of the hammer - in a pleasant way- as it is a substantial piece of kit.In use the hammer was nicely balanced and we had no problems in breaking apart various rocks in hunting for fossils. As you would imagine banging away on rocks on the seashore could take a toll on and namer and whilst the surface was a little pitted at the end of the session I thought it survived well. After a couple of days though the surface was getting rusty but I think that is probably to be expected with the salty conditions.We're we successful? Well in terms of breaking apart anything we whacked then yes, but funnily enough the only fossils we found were scattered on the beach at Charmouth and not in any of the rocks we broke apartHighly recommend at a great priceI hope this review is helpful and would appreciate if you could click the helpful button below

Great quality, quick delivery, good price.Used this hammer for breaking up rocks while fossil hunting. Small enough for my kids to use but big enough for me to use.

Surprisingly well made and strong considering the low price. It doesn't chip or damage easily and, most importantly, the head stays put during substantial use. Perfect for new fossil hunters as it's cheap and reassuringly sturdy (though too heavy for young children who will likely prefer a hickory handled geology hammer). Works fine as a standard brick hammer too. However, it's not very well weighted (balanced) and the handle is not ergonomic, so expect some discomfort and fatigue during extended use.

A perfect brick hammer. Cheap and reliable. Won't use any other hammer

Very happy with purchase

Hammer a hammer to fall on rock man. It works. Very sturdy business. The fossils had it coming.

I look after two fairly rough and tumble boys that have recently got themselves rather excited about geology. It's yet another thing I will have to supervise but they are very very happy with their new tools. They're not too heavy (the boys are 6 and 8) and the quality of something that's designed to hit rock - is pretty good.

I purchased this hammer for an adult beginner Fossil hunter, so I wanted to get him a light weight fossil hammer, that was cheap but efficient at breaking up stones in his hunt for fossils. I purchased this item as a gift so I have no idea how it will perform, in the field, sorry, but I see no reason for it to fail in it's job. I guess there are other better fossil hammers out there but I bet they cost a lot more than this one did. However, I consider this a potential danger for young children to use without plenty of supervision by an adult, like all hammers it could be a accident waiting to happen. I guess it's suitable for children and teenagers over 18 years of age.