The Estwing solid steel 12 oz. rip hammer has a bonded and molded shock reduction grip that reduces shock up to 70 percent and will not come off. Estwing hammers are the only hammers that can make this claim. The head and handle are forged in 1-piece and are fully polished. This tool has unsurpassed balance and temper. Always wear safety goggles. Bystanders shall also wear safety goggles. Designed for use where pulling nails is necessary1-piece forged head and handleForged metal head for extra strengthRip claws are designed to pull nails wellHandle and head are fully polishedMolded, shock-resistant grip reduces impact stress by up to 70 percentGrip is guaranteed to stay on handleBalanced hammer design for comfort and controlMade in the USA