Small rip-claw hammer by David Maydole – Working Tools: Vintage

Vintage slag or chipping hammer (unmarked) – Working Tools: Vintage and Antique Hand Tool Dealer

On one hand, it looks like a tack hammer. On the other, it looks like it might have some more specialized purpose. And it’s small – handle is about 8″

Unmarked small hammer of uncertain purpose

Chisel Claw Hammer

Vintage slag or chipping hammer (unmarked) – Working Tools: Vintage and Antique Hand Tool Dealer

D.MAYDOLE ADZE-EYE HAMMER. INVENTED 1840. EXCELLENT.

David Maydole Hammer Factory - Chenango County Historical Society

Chisel Claw Hammer

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David Maydole Hammer Factory - Chenango County Historical Society

Chisel Claw Hammer

Progress is fine, but it's gone on for too long.: Vanished Tool Makers: Maydole hammers