ADAMSWAY HAMMER

Abstract

A nail holding magnetic hammer that has a handle and a hammer body that coupled to the handle and includes a magnet with first and second ends with the magnetic poles aligned with the central axis is disclosed. The present invention is pre-loaded and is used to start and drive nails without using the other hand to stabilize the nails. This device helps in securing the position of the nail. The head portion of the device is made of heated steel, and the handle is made of wood or metal.

Claims

1. A nail holding magnetic hammer comprising: a handle, a hammer head mounted onto the handle and that has a generally flat hammer face, a cylindrical magnetic holding portion formed into the hammer body; and a nail holding portion formed into the hammer body.

2. The nail holding magnetic hammer according to claim 1, wherein said handle is made by heated steel.

3. The nail holding magnetic hammer according to claim 1, wherein a synthetic grip covers the handle.

4. The nail holding magnetic hammer according to claim 1, wherein said hammer head mounted on the handle is made of wood or metal.

5. The nail holding magnetic hammer according to claim 1, wherein said magnet is centered in said hammer head.

6. The nail holding magnetic hammer according to claim 1, wherein said cylindrical magnet holder mechanically retains a magnet insert.

7. The nail holding magnetic hammer according to claim 1, wherein the magnet insert is comprised of a conventional natural magnet that is obtainable through building supply retailers.

8. The nail holding magnetic hammer according to claim 1, wherein the weight of said nail holding magnetic hammer is 16-28 oz.

9. The nail holding magnetic hammer according to claim 1, wherein the length of said nail holding magnetic hammer is 14-18 inches.

10. The nail holding magnetic hammer according to claim 1, wherein the nail is substantially centered on said hammer head.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] To further clarify various aspects of some example embodiments of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which are illustrated in the appended drawing. It is appreciated that the drawing depicts only illustrated embodiments of the invention, and is, therefore, not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail through the use of the accompanying drawing, in which:

[0023] FIG. 1 is a diagram illustrating the improved magnetic hammer device according to the present invention

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0024] The following detailed description refers to the accompanying drawings, which illustrate the embodiments of the present invention. Other embodiments are possible, and modifications may be made to the embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Therefore, the following detailed description is not meant to limit the invention. Rather, the scope of the invention is defined by the appended claims. The FIGURE drawings associated with this disclosure are not drawn with dimensional accuracy to scale, i.e. such drawings have been drafted with a focus on clarity of viewing and understanding, rather than dimensional accuracy.

[0025] A hammer is a tool with a heavy metal head that is mounted at right angles at the end of a handle. It is used for jobs such as breaking things and driving in nails. A hammer that may magnetically retain or attract nail(s) of different size, length, and width could also be used as an easy and secure way of holding the nail in place.

[0026] As shown in FIG. 1, a nail holding hammer system 100 that includes a cylindrical nail holder 104 is provided. As shown in FIG. 1, the nail holding hammer system 100 is comprised of a hammer head 102 that includes a striking surface, a shaft 108, and a handle 110. Furthermore, the nail holding hammer system 100 may be approximately configured and may function substantially similarly to a carpenter's hammer. More specifically, the nail holding hammer system 100 may be approximately configured as and may function substantially similarly to a carpenter's claw hammer. For example, a user may grasp the hammer system on handle 110 to swing the hammer head 102 coupled to and/or integrally formed with the shaft 108 to strike and drive a nail with the striking surface. Errant nails may be removed by prying the nails with the nail remover 112, which may be approximately configured as and may function substantially similarly to a hammer claw. In another aspect, the hammer head 102 that includes a striking surface and the nail remover 112 may be integrally formed.

[0027] Simply stated, the nail holding hammer system 100 of an embodiment may allow a user to start driving a nail (e.g., into a wall or the like) without having to hold the nail with their other, non-hammering hand. For example, the hammer system 100 may accept and detachably couple to a nail. Furthermore, described with reference to the cylindrical magnet holder 114 that detachably engages a nail, the nail holding hammer system 100 may include alternate detachable engagement means to hold the nail in place for its initial strike.

[0028] It is to be understood that the above description is intended to be illustrative, and not restrictive. For example, the above-discussed embodiments may be used in combination with each other. Many other embodiments will be apparent to those of skill in the art upon reviewing the above description.

[0029] Plural instances may be provided for components, operations, or structures described herein as a single instance. Finally, boundaries between various components are somewhat arbitrary, and particular operations are illustrated in the context of specific illustrative configurations. Other allocations of functionality are envisioned, and may fall within the scope of the inventive subject matter. In general, structures and functionality presented as separate components in the exemplary configurations may be implemented as a combined structure or component. Similarly, structures and functionality presented as a single component may be implemented as separate components. These and other variations, modifications, additions, and improvements may fall within the scope of the inventive subject matter.