Laser Tools has introduced a new soft-faced dead blow hammer that it says has a multitude of uses. Its size and weight makes it especially ideal for use when trying to remove road wheels that are seized solid to the hub through dissimilar metal corrosion, which can often occur with alloy wheels on a steel hub.

The 10.5 lb weight (4.76 kg) and 762 mm length makes it an easy job to dislodge the most stubborn of wheels, with the dead blow action of the hammer delivering a positive, powerful blow with no unpredictable bounce back. A dead blow hammer is designed to minimise damage to the struck surface while also minimising rebound.  Less rebound is helpful in avoiding accidental damage, or injury, especially in tight locations.

This hammer (part number 7011) is also suitable for HGV and agricultural wheels which are difficult to handle and often need a little encouragement to loosen. It is also has uses in landscaping, paving and timber work. It is now available from Laser stockists.