I have this hammer and the 28oz milled face model that I carry everywhere with me. I use the smooth faced hammer for finish work and the milled face for framing. I love the balance and length of the handles. These are tough hammers, more than once when too lazy to get the right tool I have used the claws to break up concrete. I have put an 8' length of pipe on these and used them to pry stuff apart. Try that with a fiberglass or wood handle! I have yet to wear out the rubber grips and my oldest Estwing has been with me 15 years.