{"id":3710,"date":"2019-02-09T11:36:46","date_gmt":"2019-02-09T11:36:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/horsesandfoals.com\/?p=3710"},"modified":"2019-10-12T22:01:03","modified_gmt":"2019-10-12T22:01:03","slug":"best-farrier-driving-hammer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/horsesandfoals.com\/best-farrier-driving-hammer\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Is The Best Farrier Driving Hammer On The Market?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A good driving hammer is an essential part of a farrier\u2019s tool arsenal. A driving hammer looks a bit like a claw hammer for DIY, but it is used for very different purposes than hammering nails into walls! Well, it used for hammering nails into walls, but the hoof kind rather than the house kind. A driving hammer has a flat face for hammering in the nails that hold the shoe on, and a claw side for removing the old nails when taking shoes off.<\/p>\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">What You'll Learn Today<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#Best_Farrier_Driving_Hammer_Reviews\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">1<\/span> Best Farrier Driving Hammer Reviews<\/a><ul><li><ul><li><a href=\"#Image\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.0.1<\/span> Image<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Farrier_Driving_Hammers\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.0.2<\/span> Farrier Driving Hammers<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Price\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.0.3<\/span> Price<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#1_Anvil_Brand_8_oz_Deluxe_Driving_Hammer_Review\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">1.1<\/span> 1. Anvil Brand 8 oz. Deluxe Driving Hammer Review<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Pros\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.1.1<\/span> Pros<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Cons\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.1.2<\/span> Cons<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Recommendation\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.1.3<\/span> Recommendation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#2_Diamond_FH14_14_oz_Farrier_Driving_Hammer_Review\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">1.2<\/span> 2. Diamond FH14 14 oz. Farrier Driving Hammer Review<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Pros-2\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.2.1<\/span> Pros<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Cons-2\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.2.2<\/span> Cons<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Recommendation-2\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.2.3<\/span> Recommendation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#3_NC_Cavalry_14_oz_Driving_Hammer_Review\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_2\">1.3<\/span> 3. NC Cavalry 14 oz. Driving Hammer Review<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Pros-3\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.3.1<\/span> Pros<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Cons-3\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.3.2<\/span> Cons<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Recommendation-3\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_3\">1.3.3<\/span> Recommendation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Conclusion\"><span class=\"toc_number toc_depth_1\">2<\/span> Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"Best_Farrier_Driving_Hammer_Reviews\">Best Farrier Driving Hammer Reviews<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Finding the best farrier driving hammer can be tricky, so we have taken out the hard work and looked up three of the best, so you don\u2019t have to!<\/p>\n<table class=\"hpd_comp_table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td>\n<h4><span id=\"Image\">Image<\/span><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<h4><span id=\"Farrier_Driving_Hammers\">Farrier Driving Hammers<\/span><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<td>\n<h4><span id=\"Price\">Price<\/span><\/h4>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align: left;\"><a title=\"Anvil Brand 8 oz. Deluxe Driving Hammer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01433R5I4\/?tag=horsesandfoals-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amazonimages=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-small aligncenter\" title=\"Anvil Brand 8 oz. Deluxe Driving Hammer\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/417kANeGhzL._SL75_.jpg\" alt=\"Anvil Brand 8 oz. Deluxe Driving Hammer\" \/><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: middle;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">TOP PICK:<\/span> Anvil Deluxe Driving Hammer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A great tool by a trusted, well loved brand.<\/td>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: middle;\"><a class=\"BUTTON_DYL2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01433R5I4\/?tag=horsesandfoals-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">CHECK PRICE<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a title=\"Apex Tool Group Diamond FH14 14-Ounce Farrier Driving Hammer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00002NB6O\/?tag=horsesandfoals-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amazonimages=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-small aligncenter\" title=\"Apex Tool Group Diamond FH14 14-Ounce Farrier Driving Hammer\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31th8IL0zTL._SL75_.jpg\" alt=\"Apex Tool Group Diamond FH14 14-Ounce Farrier Driving Hammer\" \/><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: middle;\"><strong>Diamond Farrier Driving Hammer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A weightier hammer to increase your swing strength.<\/td>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: middle;\"><a class=\"BUTTON_DYL2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00002NB6O\/?tag=horsesandfoals-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">CHECK PRICE<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><a title=\"NC Cavalry 14 Oz. Driving Hammer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B075MQJJQQ\/?tag=horsesandfoals-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amazonimages=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-small aligncenter\" title=\"NC Cavalry 14 Oz. Driving Hammer\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31z3vj8LUDL._SL75_.jpg\" alt=\"NC Cavalry 14 Oz. Driving Hammer\" \/><\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: middle;\"><strong>ANC Cavalry Driving Hammer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>A high quality hammer with a bit higher price tag.<\/td>\n<td style=\"vertical-align: middle;\"><a class=\"BUTTON_DYL2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B075MQJJQQ\/?tag=horsesandfoals-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">CHECK PRICE<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><span id=\"1_Anvil_Brand_8_oz_Deluxe_Driving_Hammer_Review\">1. Anvil Brand 8 oz. Deluxe Driving Hammer Review<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a title=\"Anvil Brand 8 oz. Deluxe Driving Hammer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01433R5I4\/?tag=horsesandfoals-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amazonimages=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" title=\"Anvil Brand 8 oz. Deluxe Driving Hammer\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/417kANeGhzL.jpg\" alt=\"Anvil Brand 8 oz. Deluxe Driving Hammer\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Anvil are a well known and trusted brand for farriers around the globe, so you know that you are buying a high quality product that is designed perfectly for the job it\u2019s meant for. This hammer is precision made using alloy 4150 metal, meaning that it is strong and well made and should last.<\/p>\n<h4><span id=\"Pros\">Pros<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>A good quality handle to go with a good quality head \u2013 <\/strong>Having a decent handle is a must with a tool like this, as it needs to be well attached so the hammer doesn\u2019t fly off as well as balanced and comfortable to hold. This one ticks all those boxes!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Serrated head for griping nails \u2013 <\/strong>Having a completely flat, smooth hammering surface means the blow can sometimes slip. Serrations on the head will grip the nail with each stroke and prevent you having to hit and miss over and over.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A good price for the quality \u2013 <\/strong>Most good products that actually do the job can set you back a pretty penny, but this one has a relatively small price tag despite being really good at its job.<\/li>\n<li><strong>A lightweight hammer for smaller jobs\u00a0\u2013 <\/strong>For those times when you don\u2019t need a whole lot of hammering force, say softer or smaller hooves, this hammer is ideal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span id=\"Cons\">Cons<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>It may be on the small side for some \u2013 <\/strong>For people who like a hefty hammer, or who are shoeing very hard footed horses, this hammer may not be quite up to the job.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span id=\"Recommendation\">Recommendation<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>When a trusted, well loved brand brings out a new tool, it automatically makes you sit up and take notice. You could do a lot worse than taking notice of this little hammer! Don\u2019t let the size fool you, it packs a real punch.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"BUTTON_DYL\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B01433R5I4\/?tag=horsesandfoals-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">CHECK PRICE ON AMAZON<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><span id=\"2_Diamond_FH14_14_oz_Farrier_Driving_Hammer_Review\">2. Diamond FH14 14 oz. Farrier Driving Hammer Review<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a title=\"Apex Tool Group Diamond FH14 14-Ounce Farrier Driving Hammer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00002NB6O\/?tag=horsesandfoals-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amazonimages=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" title=\"Apex Tool Group Diamond FH14 14-Ounce Farrier Driving Hammer\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31th8IL0zTL.jpg\" alt=\"Apex Tool Group Diamond FH14 14-Ounce Farrier Driving Hammer\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This is a well made, hard working hammer that is great for hammering nails into just about any hoof you want to use it for! It is a bit of a weighty one, but very well balanced.<\/p>\n<h4><span id=\"Pros-2\">Pros<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>14 oz of weight means it is a strong hammer \u2013 <\/strong>When hammering nails into horse\u2019s feet, you want something with a bit of weight behind it. This one has just that! It is also suitable for smaller jobs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Quality hardwood handle \u2013 <\/strong>The handle should be taken into account almost as much as the head \u2013 after all, the job would be much harder if you had just the head with no handle! This hammer\u2019s hardwood handle is not only strong and functional but also nice to look at and comfortable to hold.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Designed by farriers, for farriers \u2013 <\/strong>There is nothing nicer than using a tool specifically designed for its job, unless it is using that tool when it has been designed by people who use it on a daily basis and know exactly how it should work.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Well balanced \u2013 <\/strong>This takes some of the hard work out of your job, because the tool is a good weight at the same time as being designed so it is comfortable to use and not too heavy in the wrong places.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span id=\"Cons-2\">Cons<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>It is a heavy hammer that may be too much for some \u2013 <\/strong>For those who like a lighter hammer or are dealing with small, soft hooves, this may not be the best farrier driving hammer for you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span id=\"Recommendation-2\">Recommendation<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>A weightier hammer than some others on the market, this one will increase your swing strength, thus making the job quicker and easier \u2013 and saving you time and money too. What more could you want?<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"BUTTON_DYL\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00002NB6O\/?tag=horsesandfoals-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">CHECK PRICE ON AMAZON<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3><span id=\"3_NC_Cavalry_14_oz_Driving_Hammer_Review\">3. NC Cavalry 14 oz. Driving Hammer Review<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a title=\"NC Cavalry 14 Oz. Driving Hammer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B075MQJJQQ\/?tag=horsesandfoals-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amazonimages=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" title=\"NC Cavalry 14 Oz. Driving Hammer\" src=\"https:\/\/images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31z3vj8LUDL.jpg\" alt=\"NC Cavalry 14 Oz. Driving Hammer\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>This is another heavy hammer, made by a trusted US company. It is very well made, using only the finest materials for both head and handle.<\/p>\n<h4><span id=\"Pros-3\">Pros<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Octagon shaped face \u2013 <\/strong>This not only adds to this hammer\u2019s aesthetic, but adds a lot of strength to the striking face.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Strong claw designed for pulling and twisting \u2013 <\/strong>When you have a stubborn nail that just won\u2019t pull out, you need an even more stubborn claw to persuade it. This claw certainly will deliver!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Well balanced so you don\u2019t get vibration \u2013 <\/strong>There is nothing worse than that jarring feeling up and down your arm every time you strike. This hammer is designed to avoid this, preventing you pain and irritation<\/li>\n<li><strong>Slim handle for smoothness \u2013 <\/strong>The ability to make small strokes is necessary; you don\u2019t want the full weight ALL the time. Having a slim handle allows precision.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span id=\"Cons-3\">Cons<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>14 oz is quite heavy \u2013 <\/strong>Not everyone likes a heavy hammer, so bear in mind that this one is quite meaty \u2013 although this is offset a bit by the light handle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span id=\"Recommendation-3\">Recommendation<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>NC have provided a great, highly functional hammer that does exactly what it\u2019s meant to. This versatile hammer should last you many years, and many shoeings! It is pricier than some, but you pay for quality so think of it as an investment.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"BUTTON_DYL\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B075MQJJQQ\/?tag=horsesandfoals-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">CHECK PRICE ON AMAZON<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><span id=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When you\u2019re doing a professional job, you need professional tools to support you. A good driving hammer is just as important as the <a href=\"https:\/\/horsesandfoals.com\/horse-hoof-nippers\/\">nippers<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/horsesandfoals.com\/best-farrier-rasp\/\">rasp<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/horsesandfoals.com\/best-farrier-rounding-hammer\/\">rounding hammer<\/a> for a farrier, so you should take a bit of time and find the best farrier driving hammer that suits you perfectly.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A good driving hammer is an essential part of a farrier\u2019s tool arsenal. A driving hammer looks a bit like a claw hammer for DIY, but it is used for very different purposes than hammering nails into walls! 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