Estwing 20oz Straight Rip Claw — Our Crew’s Take
The Estwing 20oz straight claw is one of those tools that just feels right the second you pick it up. Solid steel from top to bottom, no loose parts, no nonsense — just a hammer that can take a beating and keep going. The weight’s perfect for framing, demo, or ripping stuff apart, and that leather grip feels good in the hand even on long days.
Around the crew, the opinion’s the same: this thing hits hard, swings clean, and holds up for years. It’s the kind of hammer you buy once and use ’til you lose it. Just a tough, reliable tool every tradesman respects.
Spec Ops 20oz Rip Claw Hammer — Our Crew’s Take
The Spec Ops 20oz rip claw feels like a hammer built for guys who actually swing one all day. It’s got a clean, solid strike, a good balance, and that shock-absorbing grip really does take some of the sting out when you’re pounding nails or tearing into demo.
The crew likes that it’s reliable, comfortable, and built to work, plus the fact they donate to veterans is a damn good bonus. Strong, steady, and jobsite-ready.
Estwing Sure Strike 3lb — Our Crew’s Take
The Estwing Sure Strike 3-pounder is the kind of mini-sledge you grab when something needs to break right now. It hits like a pissed-off mule, takes abuse like it enjoys it, and that fiberglass handle doesn’t flinch no matter how hard you swing. The cushion grip keeps it from jumping out of your hand when you’re smashing concrete, rebar, or whatever’s in the way.
Bottom line: this little sledge is mean, tough, and ready to wreck whatever you point it at. A real contractor’s smash tool.
OX Pro Framing Rig — Our Crew’s Take
The OX Pro framing rig is the kind of tool belt you strap on when you’re planning to beat the hell out of it all day. The oil-tanned leather is tough, the suspenders save your back, and the pouches hold more tools than most guys should be carrying. Dual hammer holsters are a nice touch, and nothing sags, snaps, or flops around once you tighten it up.
Bottom line: this rig is tough, roomy, and built for real framers who don’t baby their gear. Throw it on and get to work.
DEWALT Pro Tool Belt — Our Crew’s Take
The DEWALT Pro tool belt is built for guys who haul way too many tools and still expect their rig to stay together. The suspenders take the load off your hips, the pockets are tough and deep, and nothing feels flimsy or ready to rip. It sits tight, carries heavy, and doesn’t sag like the bargain belts that quit halfway through a shift.
Bottom line: rugged, roomy, and ready for abuse. If you want a tool belt that can handle real jobsite punishment, this one shows up and doesn’t complain.
Carhartt Padded Tool Belt — Our Crew’s Take
The Carhartt padded tool belt is simple, tough, and built to work — no fancy nonsense, just a rugged belt that holds what you need and stays put. The padding keeps it comfortable when you’re loaded down, the pockets are sturdy, and the Carhartt canvas takes a beating without fraying or folding. It’s lighter than the big rigs but still tough enough for everyday jobsite abuse.
Bottom line: a clean, durable belt for guys who want solid Carhartt gear that gets the job done without whining.
