Why Every Toolbox Needs a VAUGHAN Soft Face Hammer or Rubber Mallet

Whether you're a DIYer or a professional, VAUGHAN Soft Face Hammers and Rubber Mallets are tools you'll use again and again.

7/28/2025

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

VAUGHAN soft face hammers and mallets lineup showing features and uses for each model

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

Using rubber mallet to work with motorcycle tire around aluminum rim without causing damage

Paint & Home Improvement

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

Pounding wood stakes into ground with rubber mallet for outdoor projects

Landscaping

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

Tapping pavers into place with solid rubber mallet without chipping stone surface

Woodworking & Assembly

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

Using non-marring gray solid rubber mallet for delicate woodworking tasks

Mechanical Work

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

Removing bearing with soft face hammer without mushrooming 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.