A Dead-Blow Hammer is a hammer that doesn't bounce back up when hit, and less force is required when using it, because of it's weight. This type of hammer also saves a lot of time and effort, when compared to a regular mallet (soft hammer).

Did you know you can make, and choose the exact weight that you want for your Dead-Blow Hammer with an old transformer?

In my last Instructable, I showed you how to make The Flat-Pack Bandsaw. Today, I'll show you how to make a Dead-Blow Hammer, made from almost entirely recycled and junk materials!

Let's get started!

(Warning: Use this Instructables' content at your own risk. If you decide to eat this hammer, do it at your own risk!)

Step 1: What You'll Need:

Hardware & Materials:

~1KG Transformer (From an old retractable bed)

2 Zip-Ties

Some soft Wood (From an old shipping crate)

16mm (Diameter) Metal Rod (From an old IKEA Lamp)

Chemicals & Adhesives:

Gorilla Tape

Tools (+Attachments):

Knife/Scissors

Pen

3mm Drill-Bit

2 Clamps

Electric/Power Tools:

Drill

Circular Saw

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Why: Because I don't have a Hydraulic Press! Ummm, No... :)

Recommended Safety Equipment: Earmuffs, Respirator, Safety Goggles,

Cost (for me): FREE!

Difficulty: Easy

Approximate Time: ~30 Minutes

Step 2: Cut the Wires Off of the Transformer

After choosing the transformer I wanted, I used a wire cutter to cut off the wires.

Step 3: Enlarge the Holes in the Transformer

I used a 3mm Drill-Bit to enlarge the holes that were in the transformer. I did this so the Zip-Ties would be able to fit in them (Next step).

If your transformer doesn't have these holes, I might be able to help you in the comment section :)

Step 4: Attach the Handle to the Transformer

I started by folding a small piece of Gorilla Tape, so it would act as double sided tape (And as a cushion between the transformer and the handle). After that, I Zip-Tied the handle tightly to the transformer.

Step 5: More Gorilla Tape!

I added a bit more tape to the top, even though it isn't really needed. It strengthens the connection a bit more, and makes it look better.

I can definitely tell you that this handle isn't going anywhere.

Step 6: Cut the Wooden Pad (cushion)

I decided that I want to add a small piece of wood, which acts as a cushion to both the object that is being hit, and the transformer.

I started by tracing the outline of the bottom of the transformer onto a piece of soft wood that I had previously clamped to the table, And then cut it out with my new horrible circular saw. It was a bit hard to saw off one part, so I plunged the saw, and then removed it by hitting it with the hammer.