Crescent Demolition Framing Hammer CHSDEM22 22 Ounce Steel Hand Tool (Vibeguard 70 Percent Shock Reduction Board Bender Lumber Prying Driving)

Crescent CHSDEM22 22 oz. Steel Demolition Framing Hammer with Vibeguard

The Crescent CHSDEM22 22-ounce steel demolition framing hammer drives structural fasteners, straightens warped framing lumber, and dismantles wood concrete forms with relentless percussive force. Forged from high-grade alloy steel and engineered with proprietary Vibeguard technology, this dual-utility striking hand tool neutralizes up to 70 percent of felt impact recoil to reduce joint strain and operator fatigue across grueling work shifts. Outfitted with an oversized checkered strike face that prevents glancing blows, an integrated board-straightening lever slot, a top-mounted magnetic nail starter for overhead reach, and a straight ripping claw, it equips commercial framers, deck builders, and demolition contractors with high-velocity driving power and versatile jobsite leverage.

Best Used For:

• Heavy Timber Framing and Fastener Driving: Sinking 16d common and sinker nails flush into framing plates, structural studs, and floor joists with concentrated strike velocity.
• Twisted Lumber Straightening and Board Prying: Gripping, levering, and aligning crowned 2x joists, warped deck planks, and wall studs using the integrated board bender slot.
• Structural Concrete Form and Stud Wall Teardown: Prying apart wooden formwork assemblies, splitting subfloor sheathing, and levering wall framing apart with the straight ripping claw.

Key Performance & Safety Features

• Vibeguard Shock Dampening: Precision-tuned vibration reduction slot and handle isolation layers neutralize up to 70 percent of harmonic recoil shock waves.
• Integrated Board Bender: Built-in structural steel slot slips over dimensional 2x lumber to quickly tweak, straighten, and hold warped boards prior to fastening.
• Oversized Checkered Strike Face: Expanded striking surface with aggressive waffle-style texturing minimizes glancing hits and keeps nail heads centered under impact.
• Magnetic Nail Starter: Recessed top channel securely holds framing fasteners for rapid, accurate, and safe one-handed nail sets on ladders or scaffolding.
• Precision-Balanced Weight Architecture: Mass distribution concentrates kinetic energy forward toward the strike apex to maximize driving force per swing.
• Durable All-Steel Construction: Solid drop-forged alloy steel head and shaft withstand severe mechanical prying stresses and accidental overstrikes.
• Ergonomic Fawn's Foot Grip: Textured elastomer grip provides exceptional slip resistance and hand comfort in damp or dusty jobsite environments.

What's Included

• (1) Crescent 22-Ounce Steel Demolition Framing Hammer with Vibeguard Technology (CHSDEM22)

Technical Specifications

Pro-Tip: When confronting a twisted or bowed 2x10 joist during subfloor installation, engage the board bender slot over the crowning edge and apply firm downward leverage; this easily torques the timber plumb so you can pin it securely with your fastener without needing a separate framing clamp.