* Disclaimer: OveReview is reader-supported. We earn commissions from qualifying purchases
Stanley 57-550 5-Pound Compo-Cast Soft-Face Sledge Hammer

Stanley 57-550 5-Pound Compo-Cast Soft-Face Sledge Hammer

Stanley 57-550 5-Pound Compo-Cast Soft-Face Sledge Hammer
$ 102.02

Score By Feature

Based on 297 ratings
Value for money
9.89
Durability
9.38

OveReview Final Score

How Our Score Is Calculated

Product Description

BLACK & DECKER - Stanley
Noisy surfaces can be reduced by using urethane coatings
Steel shot is used as part of the dead-blow function
The handle is reinforced with steel to increase strength and safety, and to prevent it from breaking upon contact with the ground
Whether you have a limited life time warranty or not
A flat area on the head makes it possible to store upright
Noisy surfaces can be reduced by using urethane coatings
Steel shot is used as part of the dead-blow function
The handle is reinforced with steel to increase strength and safety, and to prevent it from breaking upon contact with the ground
Whether you have a limited life time warranty or not

Questions & Answers

The handle of this device is made of metal, then?

There is only one piece of metal in the entire structure.

There seems to be no sand or shot inside its head, but will we know for sure once we open it up?

Lead shot is embedded inside the heads of these anti-assault rifles This is a rebound hammer.

There seems to be no sand or shot inside its head, but will we know for sure once we open it up?

As you can see, sand is present.

There is a 15-day trial period described in the description The measurement is 1/8th of an inch. Yet, according to the "manufacturer" in response to one user's inquiry, overall length is 29" It is 7/8." Would you mind telling me which one it is?

The 534 has an overall length of 15 feet One-fourth inch

Selected User Reviews For Stanley 57-550 5-Pound Compo-Cast Soft-Face Sledge Hammer

Thank you for the purchase
5/5

As I was debating whether to buy this item, given the apparent conflict between the description and the item itself, I was wondering what the actual size of this item was. I have a question about this product. My item came in bright orange, but it does not matter since I am more interested in its functionality than its color. The piece measures 15" x 15" The length of the pipe is 1/2". There was some information suggesting that it was nearly 30 inches long. However, that could only be the case if the item With a weight of 52 ounces, it packs some serious punch. It took me maybe 25 years of hard use to break this after years of good A USA flag appears on the map. An item that seems to be of high quality.

Ayla Vogel
Ayla Vogel
| Jul 10, 2021
The Stanley 18oz compact I used previously has been upgraded To cast a 21oz hammer, follow these steps
5/5

Approximately 21 oz. It's proving to be the most practical tool for my automotive work and home improvement projects. My old 18 oz. had little impact for most chores, and I found it to be a bit lacking in power. When you use this 21oz dead blow hammer, you're less likely to get a job done in the right way. Happy with how things went.

Selah Espinoza
Selah Espinoza
| Feb 25, 2021
Dead blow hammer that deals a great blow
5/5

They are used in the laying of It works great with lots of "punch" for setting the pavers in sand. If these weren't available to us, we would need to be more creative.

Scarlet Marshall
Scarlet Marshall
| Aug 23, 2020
Who wants screaming orange when you have a good mallet? A little more than 35 years ago, I bought a stanley mallet to replace the one I was using
4/5

Since I could not find any other color, I decided to buy screaming orange because it is the only color I could see.

Amazon lists the weight but does not indicate whether the weight refers to the head weight or the total weight of the mallet. Interestingly, I bought brand X as well, but it didn't work as well as the brand Y. The structure inside is what I think is causing the problem.

Isaac Nixon
Isaac Nixon
| Jan 24, 2021
Home Depot used to sell mallets pretty much the same way
5/5

A handy weight in the middle for a glazier - it's not too heavy for all day use. This is a very durable material.

Silas Novak
Silas Novak
| Jun 09, 2021
I like the fact that it works well and there are no markings
5/5

The Stanley 42 oz. I just purchased is my second Stanley product. Using the dead blow hammer is extremely effective. More than 30 years ago, the first one was bought. In spite of its great performance, the plastic cover started adhering to itself and cracking after about thirty years. It took me a while to settle on the Stanley dead blow hammer after owning and using a number of others. You have to replace the faces every once in a while, as some still mar the surface you are striking. You also have to hold a block with your other hand, so if you don't have a third hand for holding the work, it's impossible. In order to create a great dead blow hammer, I have these four basic requirements 1.

The handle is comfortable to hold. The second paragraph. This item does not leave any marks. 2.
The bounce was completely absent. I. 4. This is a very sturdy and tough product.

Of course, it has to be the right weight. The right amount for me is It's a fine weight, however if I want to strike cutting tools, like very sharp wood chisels, I prefer a hammer that weighs about half as much. In addition to the Stanley weight, there are other weights made by Stanley. Neither the failure of the plasticizers in the hammer nor what caused them to fail can be determined. As I have "borrowed" this hammer many times from my wife and children, it has become a very popular item in my home. When my wife uses a hammer to close paint or varnish cans, she loves to tap the lids shut. The paint thinner worked its way onto the plastic cover many times as time passed, and the plastic became brittle. Or, it may just be that 30 years of heat, cold, humidity, UV, and chemicals destroy the plastic over time-- The majority of the time, it does. Dashes covered with plastic tend to crack after 30 years of use in cars.

Raymond Mitchell
Raymond Mitchell
| Oct 18, 2020
I will not abuse the material I'm working with, but will be willing to give it a good swat if neccessary! The texture is of the highest quality
5/5

Now my go-to hammer is a 6#, and I have an old 5# I used to use The brute here is built to do heavy work by dead blow! As long as it is in good working condition, I won't mistreat it, but I won't be shy when it comes to hitting the material hard!
This is the #1 Stanley brand that offers high quality texture without visible casting parting lines like cheap crappy hammers from China.
This is a Stanley product that is guaranteed to last.

Analia Curry
Analia Curry
| Dec 02, 2020
Y'all are doing it again another poor knockoff
3/5

This is a very poor product. As cheap as it looks, it must be a knockoff. There are a lot of casting issues here, and it seems that it is not going to last for Even the writing on the handle and head of the device can't be read.

Henley Graves
Henley Graves
| May 10, 2021

Related Products For Stanley 57-550 5-Pound Compo-Cast Soft-Face Sledge Hammer