Bates-

Bates- SGHV003B425VQ Hammer

Hammer
2.29 pounds

4.7/ 5 on Amazon145Amazon ratings200+bought last month4.0ProductDome score

Medium confidenceLast refreshed Aug 4, 2026Amazon data + ProductDome analysis · methodology

Best forYou need a mid weight hammer for everyday household or garage tasks

A reasonably weighted general purpose hammer that has sold steadily, at 200 units in the past month, though the head style is not detailed in the listing.

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ProductDome scorecard

How it ranks among the 284 hammers we track

4.0/ 5ProductDome scoreMedium confidence

Owner satisfaction · 56% of scorecategory median 4.6★4.7

4.7★ across 145 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.

Evidence strength · 17% of scorecategory median 386 ratings2.7

145 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.

Buyer demand · 11% of score3.1

200+ bought on Amazon last month.

Data quality · 11% of score2.5

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: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.

Overview

The Bates SGHV003B425VQ is a hammer weighing 2.29 pounds, sized for general driving and light demolition work around the house or garage.

Beyond its weight, the listing does not break out head material or handle type, so treat this as a standard utility hammer rather than a specialty design until you confirm the head style in the product photos.

Weighs 2.29 pounds
Model SGHV003B425VQ
General purpose hammer
200 bought in the past month

Who it's for

Suited to homeowners and DIYers who need a mid weight hammer for framing nails, hanging pictures or general repairs. Tradespeople needing a specific head style, such as a framing or ball peen hammer, should confirm that detail first.

Strengths and trade-offs

Drawn from this product's published specifications.

What stands out

Mid range weight suits general driving tasks
Sold in meaningful volume recently

What to check first

Head material and style are not specified
Handle material is not listed

Performance notes

At 2.29 pounds, the hammer sits in the middle of the weight range for general use hammers, heavy enough to drive nails without excessive swing fatigue for most users.

Specifications

Brand	Bates-
Model	SGHV003B425VQ
Item Weight	2.29 pounds

How it compares

This product against the closest alternatives we track in hammers.

Product	Amazon rating	Ratings	ProductDome score
Bates- SGHV003B425VQ HammerThis product	4.7 / 5	145	4.0 / 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

Frequently asked

Questions about the Bates- SGHV003B425VQ

Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".

How heavy is the Bates SGHV003B425VQ hammer?

It weighs 2.29 pounds, a mid weight suited to general driving tasks.

Is this a framing hammer or a claw hammer?

The category label only says hammer, without naming a specific head style.