They have unique features to make this job more efficient such as magnetized faces to help you pick up a stray nail and even gauges that help you position shingles with the right exposure.
Roofing hammer axe.
Ajc s roofing hatchet is made from heat treated drop forged carbon steel the finest carbon steel blade and the highest grade hickory handle for shock absorption.
Estwing carpenter s hatchet 13 half axe with smooth face shock reduction grip e3 2h 4 7 out of 5 stars 74.
Cut shingles with the hatchet end of a roofing hatchet also known as a roofing hammer.
Estwing manufactures nail hammers axes pry bars.
Workpro claw hammer 20 oz one piece forged with magnetic nail holder air cushion handle for antivibration.
Roofing hammers and hatchets are specialized tools intended to help residential roofers cut shingles and drive nails into them.
Strike the cut line sharply with the hatchet then lift the shingle and bend it along the line made by the hatchet to separate it.
A retraceable blade can be adjusted for 4 5 and 5 5 8 inches.
Intertool carpenter s roofing hammer 1 3 lb 600g w fiberglass handle ht 0230 4 4 out of 5 stars 15.
This model has a stationary screw gauge that can be set for 4 inch 5 inch or 5 5 8 inch exposure.
This magnetic roofing hammer is designed for fast application of felt cap and roofing nails.
Ajc mag hatch magnetic faced roofing hatchet.
This is one of the most striking and long lasting roofing tools that are available.
Jc hammer ew0045 magnetic roofing hatchet 2 inch blade 1 75 lbs 12 inch total length nail claw with easy holder the smart hatchet is the world s first magnetic hatchet.
The hammer is durable comfortable and also reduces vibration by almost 70.
This 17 ounce roofing hatchet is patent pending and includes the following.
The powerful shielded neodymium magnet is located right on the striking face.
Head 2 inch blade.
Jc hammer magnetic roofing hatchet 16 oz.
Although not usually listed as a roofing hammer the stiletto titanium lathe axe also listed as a lather s hatchet is popular with shingle roofers because of its light sleek design and because it looks like an impressive weapon.
Both the gauge and the blade can be replaced.
It is usable with the left or the right hand.
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It can be used by framers roofers serious diyers tradesmen and contractors.