Best Sledge Hammer for Concrete Work

The one in this video is brand new, and came from White Cap. Like nearly everything else is can be purchased on Amazon, the only downside is you can't select the handle. I prefer buying used tools, but there is certainly something fun about a brand new tool - especially when it is something like a hammer that will never wear out and never break. With a little luck this hammer will be in the family 50 years from now!

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[tylerjohnson]

They went from 250 men to 600 after you left? Dang, I didn't know you were that good that it took 350 men to replace you 😉

[mikemorr]

I love how you refer to people as if they're already known. Truly. You say "their supervisor was Dennis Bunker" not "their supervisor was a man by the name of Dennis Bunker". It shows that you consider them important and is really pleasant. We should know him already because he's an important guy. I love that.

[ukstd]

There's an old saying "there is no substitute for experience" - and you're the living embodiment of that. I searched sledges and was so pleased when your channel came up. It's like going to an old and trusted friend and asking their opinion. Thanks for taking the time to make this. And you're right - force is speed x mass not just the mass. Ego has no place in working with a tool :)

[dmillz]

ironworker here, I've heard a 16 pounder called a "monday", swung it a few times and realized why it's called that. no one likes Mondays

[N]

Every time I watch one of your videos I can't help but smile all the way through. Thank you for taking the time to share your stories and your wisdom, it's priceless.

[kosinskiarek]

I like your statement

"Just because you can do it doesn't mean you should" I worked for a 1.5 years loading UPS trucks and now I'm 35. Recent few years has been spent paying dearly in lower back pain due to my young stupid self thinking that I can do anything. Now when I see people abusing their bodies I try to advise them, the problem is people don't want advise :)
Thank you for all your knowledge!

[JayBro]

I'm a 22 yr old apprentice framer and I love watching your videos. Even when they have nothing to do with framing your awesome.

[nosefirst]

My dad has been gone for a few years now, but the sage advice from your videos makes life worth living. Me? oh I’m past 70.

[hsvr]

I could listen to this guy talk forever, he’s very smart and always gives a well calculated response to everything. Hope he gives us another 60 years

[nathenwallis]

The thing I like the most about your channel, is I get to learn about parts of construction that I have never worked in, or really given a second thought to. Nice Spyderco para military btw

[Kargush]

Portable, manually operated, optically guided, inertial impact delivery device.

[christophersteves]

As a young man in the construction industry, growing up on a farm building and fixing all manner of things, I truly enjoy and look forward to your videos. Thank you for all the videos you all produce and the knowledge you share!

[Rockhound]

Thanks for the tailgate chat... I took your survey a while back and it asked why do I watch the videos. Today the fact was driven home like a stake from a 6lb sledge that I watch the videos cause I miss my father, I miss talking tools and work, mostly i miss listening. I'm 44 and lost my father nearly two years back. Keep up the great videos. It is sure lots of fun and educational reminiscing with you and the other viewers.

[westendlawn]

Does anybody else wish they could work alongside Scott for a day?

Bossman, I stumbled across your channel on night looking at YouTube videos. I think I've seen just about every one of them so far.

It's clear your passionate about your work, and passionate about sharing your knowledge.

Guy's like you need to be teaching the trade to the next generation.

I myself am not an expert by any means, but I'm very knowledgeable in many aspects of construction.

I've learned a lot from your videos. And would love to work alongside you some day.

[anthonyakana]

After 33 years, my definition for me was 2, 12 lb. sledgehammers on two ends of job . Then as I got older I had 2 / 10 lb sets . Your lengths, 16”, are perfect . Now it’s a stone hammer 🔨. Thanks for all your knowledge and experience in those boom times in Vegas . I know of SF works...5 years, the rest in Hawaii. ... Great channel..

[dannyl]

When I was a kid I would work with my older brother in construction and he had a helper/ mentor named Mr. Harvey.
Mr Harvey was full of story's and stuff you should know. You remind me of him.
Thank you.

[arkansas]

Great common sense teaching and I hope many people listened to you.
I weighed 100lbs. at age 16 and a 6lb. splitting maul is what I used to drive wedges and split stave bolts, my daily summer job. But I did enjoy seeing the 230-260lb. men swing a 10 or 12lb. hammer to do the same job as me, just twice as fast!....lol ....13

[zschudrowitz]

Just a great video. I'm just a homeowner/hobbyist and it never occurred to me to modify a tool in so simple a way to make it perfect for myself. A real "no duh" moment for me but it took your sage advice to flip that switch. THANKS!

[duxnlabs]

Saw this vid the first day you posted. Found a 6lb head today at a yard sale for $1.00. Bought a new hickory handle and will create my own single jack later today. Love your vids. Thanks for sharing your time and knowledge.

[tomcook]

Loved the part about caliche. I grew up in New Mexico and was thwarted in digging countless holes when my shovel hit a layer of that stuff. Thanks.