Why are DRYWALL HAMMERS shaped like this????

Summary by Krater

This video explains the history and design of the lathing hatchet, comparing round and square striking faces and demonstrating how it was used historically with wood lath and plaster.

From the video

Answers: Why are drywall hammers and lathing hatchets shaped the way they are?

• lathing hatchet design and use
• history of wood lath and plaster
• round vs square hammer striking faces
• drywall installation tools

What it concludes

• The square-off striking face on a lathing hatchet makes it easier to get into corners when nailing.
• A lathing hatchet's sharp edge was historically used to score and snap drywall or lath.
• Lathing hatchets remain useful for wedging and adjusting tight board fits during framing.