Gearwrench 68-540G Dead Blow Ball Pein Hammer

Product Description

The GEARWRENCH 68-540G is a dead blow ball pein hammer designed for professional use in striking punches and chisels, shaping metal, and straightening unhardened stock. The head houses a sealed canister of steel shot that delivers a dead blow effect — sustaining impact energy, maximizing force transfer, and minimizing rebound. The steel face and pein allow conventional ball pein tasks alongside the benefits of dead blow technology. The handle is steel-reinforced for structural strength and features a knurled texture for secure grip. A flanged end cap prevents the handle from slipping through the hand during hard swings.

This hammer is suited for automotive, mechanical, and general metalworking applications where rebound control and reduced shock transmission are required. The dead blow design makes it practical for driving parts into tight fits, setting bearings, and working with punches or chisels without marking surrounding surfaces. It is typically installed and used by automotive technicians, machinists, millwrights, and maintenance professionals across light industrial and shop environments.

Key Features

• Steel shot canister in the head creates a dead blow effect, reducing rebound and absorbing impact shock
• Steel face and pein support conventional ball pein use including striking punches, chisels, and shaping unhardened metals
• Steel-reinforced handle provides structural strength under heavy use
• Knurled handle texture improves grip control during strikes
• Flanged handle end prevents the tool from slipping past the hand
• Polyurethane construction on compatible head types is non-marring and non-sparking

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose dead blow ball pein hammer suitable for automotive, mechanical, and light industrial shop applications requiring controlled impact with minimal rebound.

Installation Notes

No installation is required for this hand tool. Inspect the head and handle for cracks or damage before each use. Do not use on hardened metals or in applications exceeding the rated capacity of the tool. Store away from prolonged direct heat to protect the polyurethane components.

Technical Specifications

• Weight: 3.1 pounds
• Length: 16.5 inches
• Width: 4.812 inches
• Height: 1.75 inches
• Sold As: Each
• UPC: 099575685408

Standard Information

• Brand: GEARWRENCH
• Manufacturer Part Number: 68-540G