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Common Railroad Hand Tools and What They’re Used For
A practical guide to common railroad hand tools, including spike mauls, track punches, tie plug punches and track adzes.
Warwood Tool Wildland Hoe Wins 2026 Pro Tool Innovation Award
Warwood Tool is proud to announce that the Wildland Hoe has been named a 2026 Pro Tool Innovation Award winner in the Landscaping category. The award recognizes tools that improve...
Ball Pein, Cross Pein and Straight Pein Hammers Explained
Compare ball pein, cross pein and straight pein hammers by pein shape, metal movement and common uses in fabrication, blacksmithing and industrial work.
Bull Pins vs. Drift Pins: What’s the Difference?
Bull pins and drift pins both align holes in steel, but their heads, tapers and common uses differ. Learn which pin fits structural, railroad and shop work.
Types of Digging Bars: San Angelo, Spud, Pinch Point and More
Compare San Angelo bars, post-hole tamping bars, spud bars and pinch-point bars to choose the right long steel bar for soil, roots, rock and leverage.
Splitting Maul vs. Splitting Axe: Which One Do You Need?
Compare splitting mauls and splitting axes by head shape, weight, swing and wood type to choose the right tool for processing firewood.
Sledgehammer Sizes and Types: How to Choose the Right One
Sledgehammer weight, head style and handle length all affect how the tool performs. Compare common sizes and types to choose the right sledgehammer for demolition, driving, forging and industrial work.