Dead blow hammers are used when you need to strike an object without causing damage to it or without creating a lot of rebound or vibration. Dead blow hammers minimize rebound because of the sand, shot, or other filler inside the head that absorbs the shock of the blow. A soft face hammer is a hammer with a head made from a soft, non-metallic material, designed to prevent damage to the workpiece or surface being struck.

Various replacement tips for Split Head Hammers