printable hammer with replaceable pads.

to add stength to the handle I added a threaded rod. The weak part is the layers near the head. You might ad threaded rod as I did or just a bolt or screw long enough to go into the handle a ways. The hole is for a 3/8-16 thread. but could change to any size you choose. The thread is mainly to add strength. and add a little weight.

you might change the infill to make it heavier or print faster.

you might print the pads out of a TPU with different amounts of infill. making the pad harder or softer. I choose one pad of PLA with 50% infil, and one of a TPU with 30% infill.

this is not for hammering nails or hard objects. But is perfect for “encouraging” parts to fit.

Another hint is to print it with lower infill  and use something like gyroid infil.  Pause it before the head is finished. You can fill with sand. Not full but give it a non bounce it is a “dead” hammer that doesn't bounce.  Make sure not to over fill with sand.

Another idea. is for the main portion of the handle. use the option in Bambu studio (or many slicers) for Fuzzy Skin. This will give it a good texture for gipping. When I print another I will try it.