When you need a hammer but don't need all those fancy handles and extra long handles, the Edward Tools 16 oz Oak Claw Hammer is the hammer you need for all your everyday uses . The handle is extremely strong and the quality is top notch among all the mallets I have used. The ONLY thing I see that could be improved a bit is that the grip function could be a bit deeper so the hand can hold it better. The engraving handle should be about 1/32 inch lower on either side of the handle to allow the skin of the hand to better grip it, but other than that it's perfect for nailing any project. I recommend the Edward Tools 16 oz Oak Mallet for any home or construction project. (See high-resolution photos for high-quality visual detail.)