Historical information
A sledge hammer is generally wielded with both hands and is used for driving wedges and posts and for other heavy work. It can be used to remove concrete slabs, to drive heavy steel bolts into concrete, to hammer large stakes as well as for demolition.
Significance
This item was a common tool used by farmers or blacksmiths.
Physical description
A large flat hammer with a wooden handle.
Inscriptions & markings
Underneath hammer - 10