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  2. 1920s - The Founding

    Ernest Estwing patents his legendary one-piece, solid steel hammer design, and begins operations in Rockford, Illinois.

  3. 1930s - Legendary Leather

    Company growth slows due to the Great Depression, but Estwing still introduces its iconic leather handle, still loved to this day.

  4. 1940s - Expansion

    During WWII, Estwing produces tools essential to the war effort and after the end of the war announces plans to expand manufacturing.

  5. 1950s - Blue Vinyl

    Estwing begins manufacturing blue vinyl grips alongside its iconic leather handles. These are molded, not glued, increasing durability.

  6. 1960s - The Moon Mission

    Estwing’s geology pick, still a benchmark for the industry, becomes famous when Neil Armstrong uses it training for the moon mission.

  7. 1970s - More Styles

    The company grows its line of hammer styles and weights, with most featuring the blue nylon vinyl grip preferred by tradesmen.

  8. 1980s - Shock Reduction Grip

    Estwing introduces its game-changing Shock Reduction Grip, enhancing the comfort and durability of its popular vinyl grip.

  9. 1990s - Euro Market

    Estwing begins manufacturing German pattern hammers for the European market, after expanding their in the late 80's.

  10. 2000s - Hello, Smithsonian

    An Estwing hammer is added to the Smithsonian’s Industry & Manufacturing collection at the National Museum of American History in 2005.

  11. 2010s - Special Editions

    Black Eagle and Special Edition Outdoor Tools hit the market, including two brand new designs – the Tomahawk and the Double Bit Axes.

  12. 2020s - 100 Years!

    In 2023, Estwing celebrates 100 years of making the first and finest one-piece, all steel tools.

Product Description

Product Description

Estwing Rock Picks are the #1 choice of geologist and paleontologists worldwide. These American made striking tools are fully forged in one piece making them the strongest, longest lasting geological tools available. This rock pick features our patented Shock Reduction Grip the most comfortable, durable grip on the market. The Shock Reduction Grip reduces impact vibration by over 70%. It is molded and bonded directly to the tools steel core, meaning it will never slip, even under the harshest conditions. Estwing striking tools are proudly made in Rockford, IL.

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Estwing E3-22P 22-Ounce Rock Pick