Our VAUGHAN Soft Face Hammer and Mallet lineup includes high-quality, made-in-the-USA tools designed to deliver power while respecting the surface. If you’ve ever needed to drive something into place without damaging the surface, then you know the value of a quality soft face hammer or rubber mallet.
VAUGHAN Dual-Faced Hammers and Mallets feature strong, drop-forged high carbon steel heads, comfortable hardwood handles, and softer striking surfaces that won’t damage the workpiece. The VAUGHAN Solid Rubber Mallets also have comfortable hardwood handles and provide a softer striking surface. All are designed for serious performance and long-term use.
The Lineup
6 oz Soft Face Hammer
- Replaceable tips (soft red and hard yellow)
- Ideal for small, delicate jobs
12 oz Soft Face Hammer
- Same build as the SF6, but with more power
- Great for light woodworking or automotive use
24 oz Rubber Mallet
- Replaceable rubber tips (solid black rubber and non-marring white tips)
- Perfect for bigger tasks requiring more power
12 oz Solid Black Rubber Mallet
- General-purpose mallet
- High-impact strength, especially useful for automotive tasks
12 oz Solid Gray Rubber Mallet
- Non-marring gray rubber
- Ideal for finish work or woodworking

Everyday Uses
These hammers and mallets are versatile. Here are just a few things our experts use them for:
Automotive
- Tapping on hubcaps or center caps without damaging metal
- Great for changing motorcycle tires working around aluminum rims—won’t chip or dent

Paint & Home Improvement
- Sealing paint can lids - just throw a rag over it and tap it shut without damaging the lid
- Set plank flooring

Landscaping
- Setting pavers and blocks without chipping the stone
- A must-have for garden and patio projects
- Wood stakes for games, tents, etc.

Woodworking & Assembly
- Assembling furniture or wood projects without leaving dents
- The gray rubber mallet is perfect for delicate surface

Mechanical Work
- Driving wood chisels without damaging the handle
- Removing bearings or working with crankshafts and threads without mushrooming the ends

Why Choose VAUGHAN?
- Durability: Built for years of use
- Versatility: From automotive to woodworking to landscaping
- Non-Marring Options: Work cleanly and damage-free
- Made in the USA: Proudly built with quality materials and craftsmanship
Whether you're a DIYer or a professional, VAUGHAN Soft Face Hammers and Rubber Mallets are tools you’ll reach for over and over. They’re essential when you need power without damage, and they belong in every toolbox.