Product Description This 16 oz. rip hammer is forged in 1-piece and has our exclusive beautiful laminated leather grip. Which has been the traditional hammer of carpenters world wide. This hammer is fully polished and has unsurpassed balance and temper. Made in the USA. From the Manufacturer Estwing's Solid Steel Rip Hammers provide unsurpassed balance and temper. The head and handle are forged in one piece.