摘要 |
A hammer (10) or other hand tool has a head (18) to which is attached a handle (20). The handle (18) has a plurality of spring steel rods (102) extending substantially the length of the handle (20) and extending into the head (18) where the rods (102) are affixed by a plate (106). Spacer plates (110) with holes are positioned at spaced locations along the rods (102). The rods (102) and spacer plates (110) are encased in a rubber material that forms the outer surface of the handle (20). The rods (102) and spacer plates (110) at the end of the handle (20) form a reinforced lanyard hole. A collar (22; 36; 50; 62) is formed on the handle (20) adjacent the head (18). The head (18) of the hammer (10) has angled deflecting pads (84) adjacent the striking faces (72; 74). A raised rim (92) on the head (18) opposite the handle (20) forms a stand surface to enable the barrel shaped head (76) to stand with the handle (20) projecting upwardly. |