Dead blow hammer stock in Calgary · polyurethane, non-marring · shipped across Canada
A dead blow hammer delivers a heavy, no-rebound strike — loose shot inside the head absorbs the bounce so the force goes into the work instead of back at your hand. The polyurethane faces won’t mar finished surfaces, dent soft metal, or spark, which makes these the go-to mallet for assembly, cabinet and furniture work, and general shop fitting. IBEX Enterprises stocks the Impact Poly dead blow hammer line in Calgary and ships across Canada.
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Why use a poly dead blow hammer
No rebound. The shot-filled head kills the bounce, so a single controlled strike seats the joint — less fatigue and fewer marks from a second swing.
No marring, no sparks. The polyurethane faces drive parts, knock-together joints, and tap fittings home without denting wood, scratching finish, or sparking around solvents.
Built to take it. A one-piece poly body and weighted head hold up to daily assembly and bench work far longer than a rubber mallet.
Dead blow hammer sizes we stock
- Impact Poly 20 oz Dead Blow Hammer — orange polyurethane head; the everyday assembly and tap-fitting size.
- Impact Poly 34 oz Woodworker Dead Blow Hammer — grey polyurethane head; heavier face for cabinet and furniture assembly and knocking large joints together.
Where a dead blow hammer earns its place
- Cabinet and furniture assembly. Closing up dovetails, seating DOMINO and biscuit joints, and tapping face frames into line without dents.
- Machine and fixture setup. Nudging a vise, fence or fixture into position with control, instead of a steel hammer that leaves marks.
- Fabrication and fitting. Persuading parts into alignment before welding, and tapping sheet metal without denting it.
- Automotive and equipment work. Seating parts and freeing stuck components where a hard hammer would cause damage.
Using and caring for a dead blow hammer
Let the weight do the work. It is designed to deliver its force in one controlled strike, so a short, firm swing is usually enough. Keep the faces clean of glue, grit and metal chips, which can mark the work. Store it away from sharp edges and solvents that could damage the polyurethane, and replace the hammer if the casing splits.
Common questions
What is a dead blow hammer?
A mallet with loose shot sealed inside the head. The shot shifts on impact and absorbs the rebound, so the strike delivers maximum force with almost no bounce-back — ideal for seating joints and driving parts without overswinging.
Which size should I get?
The 20 oz covers most assembly, tapping, and fitting work. Step up to the 34 oz Woodworker when you’re knocking together larger cabinet and furniture joints and want more mass behind each strike.
Will it mark my work?
No — the polyurethane faces are non-marring and won’t scratch finished surfaces or dent soft metal, which is why finishers and assemblers reach for them over a steel hammer.
Questions or larger quantities?
Submit an inquiry or call 403-250-3399 for a quote on larger orders.
Is the 34 oz too heavy for small work?
For small parts and light tapping, the 20 oz is easier to control. The 34 oz Woodworker is for larger joints and heavier assembly where you want more mass behind each strike.