I've always used a mallet and was afraid of missing a big face, but I found that wasn't the case. I quickly got used to the size and feel of the Vaughn Hammer. In fact, I now have more control when alternating between tapping the bit and driving in the toe. I also like the fact that I can use the same hammer to pound the hinge in. I don't normally give anything five stars but I don't know how I would change it to make it better.