Forney 70600 Hammer
- Hammer
- 1
- 14.4 ounces
- Alloy Steel, Alloy Steel
A light, 0.9 pound hammer from Forney with a steel and ABS build, rated 4.6 by 389 buyers.
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How it ranks among the 284 hammers we track
4.6★ across 389 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
389 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 284 hammers we track - how the scorecard works · full hammers data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The Forney 70600 is a single-piece hammer with an alloy steel build and ABS also noted in the listing, likely describing a cushioned grip section. At 0.9 pounds it sits on the lighter end for a hammer, rated 4.6 across 389 reviews.
Forney lists the handle as alloy steel with ABS also called out, which most likely points to a shock-absorbing ABS grip wrapped over a steel core rather than a plastic-only handle. At 0.9 pounds it is lighter than many all-steel hammers, which can mean less user fatigue on repetitive work but also less driving force per swing. No seller description was provided to confirm the exact head type or intended use.
- 0.9 pound item weight
- Alloy steel and ABS materials
- Single piece tool
- 4.6 average rating from 389 reviews
Who it's for
Buyers who want a lighter hammer for lighter-duty tasks and are comfortable with a steel-and-ABS build rather than a heavier forged design. Less suited to jobs that call for a heavy-headed hammer.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Lighter 0.9 pound weight for less fatigue
- 4.6 rating across 389 reviews
- Lighter weight means less driving force
- Exact head type not specified
Performance notes
At 0.9 pounds, this hammer is noticeably lighter than typical framing or claw hammers, which usually run 1 to 1.5 pounds or more. The alloy steel component supplies the striking force while the ABS material listed likely forms a cushioned grip zone, a common way to cut down on hand fatigue. That combination tends to favor control over repeated light strikes rather than raw driving power.
Specifications
| Brand | Forney |
|---|---|
| Model | 70600 |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) |
| Item Weight | 14.4 ounces |
| Handle | Alloy Steel, Alloy Steel |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in hammers.
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|---|---|---|---|
| Forney 70600 HammerThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 389 | 3.8 / 5 |
| Mr HM06NL HammerMr | 4.8 / 5 | 9,665 | 4.7 / 5 |
| ESTWING MRF3LB HammerESTWING | 4.8 / 5 | 11,112 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Goldblatt NOVASAT-0409-1513-34 HammerGoldblatt | 4.8 / 5 | 10,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| IRWIN 1954889 HammerIrwin | 4.8 / 5 | 7,200 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the Forney 70600
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How heavy is the Forney 70600?
It weighs 0.9 pounds.
What is the handle made from?
The listing notes alloy steel along with ABS, likely a cushioned grip over a steel core.
Is this a full-size hammer?
At 0.9 pounds it is lighter than many standard hammers, so it favors control over heavy driving force.