Dalluge Titanium Hammers

A Dalluge hammer is a professional framing hammer made for carpentry, structural framing, roofing and demolition. The brand is best known for its precision-cast titanium hammers, which pair a light head with a long handle and built-in nail-pulling features. The lineup includes 14 oz and 16 oz titanium models and heavier 21 oz cast-head framing hammers, all aimed at tradespeople who drive a lot of nails by hand.

Dalluge hammers are part of the Vaughan tool lineup, which is now owned by MARSHALLTOWN. Vaughan & Bushnell was founded in 1869 and built a wide range of professional striking tools. In May 2024, MARSHALLTOWN acquired Vaughan & Bushnell’s assets, including the Dalluge brand, and Dalluge hammers are still sold as part of the Vaughan family of framing tools.

Dalluge has deep roots in American toolmaking through Vaughan and MARSHALLTOWN. Vaughan has made hammers in Bushnell, Illinois, and hickory handles in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas. That said, where a hammer is made or assembled can vary by model and production run. Check the label on the specific hammer rather than assuming every Dalluge is made in the USA.

Titanium is less dense than steel, so a Dalluge titanium hammer gets a full-size framing head at 14 or 16 oz. The lighter head is easier to get up to speed and control over thousands of swings, especially overhead. Titanium also resists corrosion. Steel hammers usually cost less and give you more head mass if you like that feel. Titanium isn’t automatically more powerful, because impact depends on both head weight and swing speed.

The Dalluge 7180 is a strong all-around framing hammer. It has a 16 oz titanium head with a milled face, a 17" hickory handle, the SideWinder nail puller and the NaiLoc magnetic nail starter. If you want a lighter head, look at the 14 oz titanium models. If you prefer the momentum of a heavier, conventional hammer, the 21 oz cast-head 2110 and 2115C are the better fit.

The striking face. The 7180 has a milled face that grips nail heads better, especially on slightly off-center hits. The 7182 has a smooth face that won’t leave a waffle pattern on the wood. Everything else is the same: a 16 oz precision-cast titanium head, 17" hickory handle, overstrike guard, SideWinder nail puller and NaiLoc magnetic nail starter. Their Vaughan part numbers are VN07180 and VN07182.

The 14 oz is lighter and may suit you better for a lot of overhead work or if swing control is your priority. The 16 oz models have a bit more head weight and add the SideWinder nail puller and overstrike guard. Both handle professional framing. The right pick depends on your swing, the handle you like and the nails you drive. A heavier head isn’t better if it slows your swing or costs you accuracy.

The SideWinder is a nail-pulling notch built into the side of the Dalluge 16 oz titanium heads. It gives you a second way to catch a nail and lever it out against the handle, which can be easier than the rear claw when the nail head sits at an awkward angle. It’s meant for routine nail pulling, like fixing framing mistakes or remodel work, not heavy structural prying. Use a pry bar for that.

The NaiLoc magnetic nail holder keeps a steel nail against the head so you can start it with one hand. Set the nail in the holder, line up the point where you want it, and give it a controlled swing to seat it in the wood. Then drive it normally. It’s most useful for overhead framing, roof work and anywhere your other hand has to hold the piece. Nonmagnetic fasteners won’t stay in it.

Choose a milled face for rough framing, decking and other work where the look of the wood doesn’t matter. The texture helps keep the face on the nail head. A smooth face is the more versatile choice around exposed lumber or anywhere a waffle pattern would look bad. The smooth-face 7182 suits carpenters who do both framing and general carpentry. Neither face prevents damage from a missed swing.

Dalluge titanium hammers sit at the premium end of framing hammer prices. As of October 2026, MARSHALLTOWN lists the 14 oz models at about $170 to $175 and the 16 oz models at about $188. Retail prices vary by seller, model, stock and current deals. The price over a steel framing hammer comes from the titanium itself, the casting process and the built-in features.

Yes. Replacement hickory handles are available for most Dalluge models. VN03800 fits the 16 oz titanium 7180 and 7182. VN03700 fits the straight-handle 14 oz 7170, and VN03750, a 19" curved handle, fits the 7175 and the 21 oz 2115C. The 21 oz 2110 takes a straight replacement handle too. Always match the handle to your exact model and follow the right installation steps. Replace a cracked, loose or badly damaged handle before you use the hammer again.

Yes. Older Dalluge hammers show up with used tool dealers, on resale sites and at specialty tool sellers. Vintage ones may carry legacy numbers like DDT16 or DDT16P, and some older models have different handle lengths or specs than current ones. Before you buy a used one, check the head for cracks or deformation and make sure the handle is solid. Markings can identify the model, but they don’t always tell you when it was made.

MARSHALLTOWN acquired Vaughan & Bushnell’s assets in May 2024. The deal included both the Vaughan and Dalluge brands, so the existing hand-tool designs carry on under new ownership. Dalluge titanium and cast-head framing hammers are in the MARSHALLTOWN catalog, along with replacement handles. The brand is still aimed at professional carpentry and construction rather than general household use.

For a carpenter who drives nails by hand every day, a Dalluge titanium hammer can easily earn its price. The lighter framing head is easier on your arm, and the 16 oz models save tool changes with the built-in nail starter and puller. For occasional repairs around the house, a regular steel hammer is the more economical choice. Dalluge makes the most sense if you know what head weight, balance and nail-pulling features you want. Fit matters more than price.