Hammer handles are made of metal, fiberglass, or wood, each of which has its own benefits and drawbacks. Remember, the longer the handle, the more power you can generate with each swing.

In the beginning, all hammer handles were of wood, but today, they also come in steel, graphite and fiberglass. Many professionals who deal with wood still prefer the wooden handle over other ...

A hammer with a fiberglass handle lasts around 6,800. The B.A.S.H., which was first released in November 2011, can handle 25,000 plus. The need for durability was born out of product research.

Wood handles transmit far less vibration than your standard metal and fiberglass handled hammers. That vibration can really take its toll and even lead to you dropping the hammer, potentially on your ...