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Why should I avoid hitting a hammer head against a hardened steel surface?

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The tip of the hammer is fragile. If you bang it against a steel surface, the tip of the hammer has a chance to send metal shards flying.

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How do I hammer a nail correctly?

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Hold the nail in place with steady fingers. Begin lightly tapping on the nail with the hammer until the nail no longer needs to be held in place. Move your fingers out of the way and begin hitting the nail harder and steadier in straight blows.

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Why should I grip a hammer near the end?

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When you grip the end, it allows more power and accuracy, and it keeps your knuckles safe.

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How can I avoid hitting my fingers when using a hammer?

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Make sure that you have good hand-eye coordination, and swing straight.

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How do I properly take care of a hammer?

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You don't really have to do much. Clean/oil your hammer if you plan on putting it into storage for awhile, and keep it away from water.

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How do I take a nail out with a hammer?

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Use the claw end of the hammer. Wedge the nail between the two prongs of the claw, and slowly pull the nail from the wood. If the nail is too close to being flush with the wood to use the claw end of your hammer, then use a tack claw.

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What are the hazards involved in striking a hammer against a hard surface?

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If you strike a hammer against anything, then you have the possibility of sending pieces of whatever you hit flying, and these pieces could cause injury to yourself or anyone around you. Of course, the hammer would also damage the surface of whatever you're hitting.

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