Milwaukee 48-22-9020 20 OZ Smooth Face Rip Claw Hammer w/ I Beam Design Handle

The Milwaukee 48-22-9020 is a 20oz smooth face rip claw hammer — a do-everything workhorse for framing, remodeling, and demo. The SHOCKSHIELD I-beam handle delivers vibration reduction without sacrificing rigidity under prying load, a magnetic nail set starts nails one-handed, the smooth face leaves clean strikes without surface marks, and the straight rip claw tears boards apart fast — backed by a lifetime limited factory warranty.

Features

• 20oz head weight — versatile for framing and general work
• SHOCKSHIELD I-beam handle with vibration reduction
• Most durable grip construction
• Precision balanced design
• Magnetic nail set for one-handed nail starts
• Smooth face for clean strikes
• Anti-ring straight rip claw for board splitting and nail pulling
• Lifetime Limited Factory Warranty

What’s in The Box

• 20oz Smooth Face Rip Claw Hammer (48-22-9020)
• Owner’s Manual

Warranty

• Lifetime Limited Factory Warranty
• 30 Day Satisfaction Guaranteed

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Milwaukee 48-22-9020 best for?
A versatile all-rounder — framing, remodeling, and demo. The smooth face won’t mar surfaces, and the straight rip claw rips boards apart faster than a curved claw in demo work.

What’s the difference between rip claw and curved claw?
A rip (straight) claw is better for splitting boards apart in demolition; a curved claw (see 48-22-9080) is better for pulling individual nails cleanly.

How does the SHOCKSHIELD handle compare to wood or fiberglass?
The I-beam geometry stiffens the handle against bending during prying, while the SHOCKSHIELD grip absorbs strike vibration — combining the rigidity of steel with better comfort than bare metal.

Is there a milled face version?
Yes — the 48-22-9022 is the 22oz milled face framing hammer for production nailing where face grip matters most.