Customer Reviews

Stiletto TB15MC TiBone 15-Ounce Titanium Milled-Face Hammer

5 star:		(10)
4 star:		(4)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(3)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

I have used Stiletto hammers for years, and always loved them, I had a hard time justifying the price for the Ti-bone, but after a month of driving (and pulling) 16's I have to say this is the finest tool I have ever owned. It has all the advantaged of an old school Estwing (nearly indistructable) but none of the disadvantages (hard as hell on your elbow and heavy)It drives sinkers in 2 swats easily and it is easier to control than almost any hammer I ever tried. The magnetic nail starter will make placing those hard to reach nails a breeze. The steel faces are replaceable, a nice feature.

All in all an expensive (but well worth it) and wonderfully crafted tool for the professional framer. You will never need another hammer again.

I've been a framer for a lot of years. This review is for any carpenter that wants the truth about this Stiletto Tibone hammer.

I finally decided to pay the big bucks and get one of these Tibone hammers because of all the reviews I read.

Actually, I prefer wood handle hammers, but we all know that they don't last as long. Anyhow, all the hype I read made me go ahead and get this titanium from Stiletto Tools.

Here's what I've found using this hammer.

The actual weight of the hammer is not 15 ounces. The head may weigh in at 15 ounces, but the hammer actually weighs in at 33.1 ounces. Suddenly, my 22, 24, and 28 oz framers don't seem so heavy now.

The handle is wrapped with a rubber material that makes it nice to hold on to. But, the handle end has a curved bump-out that makes it almost impossible to get in and out of your steel hammer loop. And, if you use a leather loop, forget about getting this hammer in at all.

The replaceable face is 1 1/2". That's ok I guess for some, but most of the guys that I work with don't need that big a head to hit nails. Anyhow, it is replaceable, but I sure don't have time to make the necessary adjustments to keep the bolt holding it in place secure.

The picture you see advertised has a inverted triangle to "pull those 16's with ease." I actually think it's easier to just keep on using the claw to bend over those 16's.

The side of the face you don't see is open. I didn't like that at all, especially if I want to use the side of the head to start a nail in tight spaces.

I'm not one that likes to slam anyone, or anything. But, I'm really doubting that this Tibone "15oz" hammer has the driving force of a 24oz framer. But, again, I'm a carpenter, not a test engineer.

Also, I'm no doctor either, so I can't pretend to verify if this hammer makes my elbow feel any better. Actually, this hammer doesn't do anything either way to make my elbow hurt worse or less because I'm already used to a 28oz framer. As far as I'm concerned, the only thing this Tibone hammer has going for it is the advertising hype. As for my new Stiletto Tibone, it's off to the Ebay auction to recoup a few bucks back from the outrageous price I payed for this hammer.

I bought this hammer after having used a wooden handled titanium
hammer for about 3 years. This hammer is slightly heavier than the wooden handled models but still lighter than the 21 oz. and 24 oz. hammers that I had used before the titaniums. This gives it a bit of an advantage in actual nail beating over the wooden handled titaniums. But it still is light enough to efficently drive nails in tight spots which is one of the advantages of the light hammers that I never hear anyone talk about. The only knock against this hammer that I can see is the open head doesn't allow you to drive nails with the head sideways like you would have to do in really tight spots. I guess thats what I've got one of those air palm nailers for. Some would say that the price is a knock but if you make a living with your hammer, not to mention that this hammer should last forever I'd say it's worth it.

I have had this hammer for about a year. I used to own one of the older yellow handle ones they make but I have a carpenter that works for me that really wanted one. Stiletto stoped making the yellow one so rather that get him the new better hammer with the nail puller on it I got it and gave him my old one. I love this hammer!!! it is light and solid and strong. It has shown almost no wear except where the rubber meets the handle at the top is frayed some from heavy usage. I do a lot of framing and this thing you can nail all day with and not feel like you arm is going to fall of. It hits just as hard as those steel hammers too. If you do this for a living you will love it so its worth it. But if you don't do this regulary its too expensive and nice to be in storage. You will also take it to lunch with you when you go on break. Just because you don't want the thought of some one else messin with it. A true carpenter uses his hammer like a samurai uses his sword. You develope a bond with it and learn it. This thing will not let you down.

My first titanium hammer mushroomed out.The second with it's supposed "steel face" mushroomed too.I said:"why not" and broke down for the big money.My friends you won't be dissapointed with this hammer.I consider myself an expert nail pounder and this thing is great on framing and formwork.The switchable steel drivers are a boon to the industry.A truly pro. hammer.

I've had this hammer for four years and like some of the others my head screw came loose all the time. I added a couple drops of Lock-Tite and never had the problem again. I had elbow problems for some time and wanted to go to a lighter hammer. I had always used wood handled hammers which eventually always broke and wanted the durability of metal. This had me worried for my elbow but my solution was to wrap the handle with tennis racket tape which absorbs each blow and also protects the handle as a bonus. What I have now is a healthy elbow and increased hammer speed. I love framing with this hammer and it is worth every penny.

i bought this hammer about two months ago and since ive been using it my hand hasent gone numb and my elbow dont hurt anymore. will definitely recommend it to friends and coworkers

If your getting old and your shoulders are not what they used to be. or if you like power with little weight. This is the hammer for you. By far the best Hammer I ever used. I bought my first one 6 years ago. It was recently stolen so I had to buy another. Interchangable head is priceless. This will be the last Hammer you ever buy.

I have been in construction for nearly 15 years now and have tried many hammers. I received this one as a gift and loved my 14 oz. Stiletto with the hickory handle, so I figured I would love this one as well. Not so, after two months I got tennis elbow so bad I couldn't hold a can of soda, ended up having to get a cortisone shot to releave the pain. Stick with the 14 oz. titanium with the hickory handle. I have had that hammer for 5 years now and still have the original handle on it.

I find that Stiletto is a lot of hype. As for the whole driving force, is a bunch of BS! I literally have to swing this hammer faster and harder than my tradition 25 oz hickory handle. The fact is if you have elbow pain you are either A: using the wrong weight or B: not utilizing pneumatic nailers. Most of the time its "A" cause of tough guy egos. "I can pound a 16d in one swing with my 30 oz framer." Yeah, after work you rub your elbow and complain of pain. You should be spending the $250 on a nail gun or new style palm nailer. Work smarter, not harder. I am giving this an extra star for the magnetic nail set and face change features. Otherwise, I would give the stiletto 2 stars.