Nail Removers | McMaster-Carr

	Overall Length Overall Length

	End Angle End Angle

	End Style End Style

	Bar Size Bar Size

	End Width End Width

	Material Material

Steel

Aluminum-Bronze

	Finish Finish

	Bar Shape Bar Shape

	Hammer Type Hammer Type


Nail	Dead Blow

	Shaft Length Shaft Length

	Handle Material Handle Material

	Claw Style Claw Style


Curved	Straight

	Face Texture Face Texture


Smooth	Serrated

	Grip Style Grip Style

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	Weight Weight

	Head Weight Head Weight

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

	Number of Nail Slots Number of Nail Slots

	For Use On For Use On

Hard Steel

Aluminum

Copper

	Jaw Width Jaw Width

	For Maximum Wire Diameter For Maximum Wire Diameter

77 Products

About Hammers

Nail-Pulling Pry Bars

The claw-shaped end grips and extracts nails, tacks, and brads. Also known as claw bars.

Style A are also known as bear claws.

Style B are often used for stripping and removing wooden concrete forms after concrete has set.

Style F have a handle arch that allows more swing during pulling and prying without the need to use a block for leverage.

Style G are also known as crow bars.

Style A—Deep-Offset Claw End × Offset Claw End

Claw End

		Bar
Overall Lg.	Weight	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Number of Nail Slots	Material		Each
7 3/4"	11 oz.	3/8"	Flat	5/8" × 5/8"	2	Painted Steel	00000000	000000
10 1/2"	14 oz.	1/2"	Flat	13/16" × 13/16"	2	Painted Steel	00000000	00000
11 3/4"	1 1/8 lbs.	1/2"	Flat	7/8" × 7/8"	2	Painted Steel	00000000	00000
14 1/4"	1 5/8 lbs.	5/8"	Flat	1" × 1"	2	Painted Steel	00000000	00000

Style B—Deep-Offset Claw End × Offset Chisel End


	Chisel End
	Claw End

		Bar
Overall Lg.	Weight	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Number of Nail Slots	Material		Each
36"	5 1/2 lbs.	3/4"	Hex	1 5/16" × 1"	1	Painted Steel	0000000	000000
42"	8 lbs.	7/8"	Hex	1 7/8" × 1 3/8"	1	Painted Steel	0000000	00000
48"	12 lbs.	1"	Hex	2" × 1 1/4"	1	Painted Steel	0000000	00000
60"	14 lbs.	1"	Hex	2" × 1 1/4"	1	Painted Steel	0000000	00000

Style C—Deep-Offset Claw End × Offset Claw End

Claw End

		Bar
Overall Lg.	Weight	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Number of Nail Slots	Material		Each
18"	1 3/8 lbs.	3/8"	I-Beam	1 3/4" × 1 3/8"	3	Painted Steel	0000000	000000

Style D—Gooseneck Claw End × Offset Claw End

Claw End

		Bar
Overall Lg.	Weight	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Number of Nail Slots	Material		Each
5 1/4"	1 oz.	1/2"	Flat	1/2" × 1/2"	3	Steel	000000	00000
7 1/4"	5 oz.	1"	Flat	1" × 1"	3	Steel	000000	0000
15"	1 1/2 lbs.	1 3/8"	Flat	1 3/4" × 1 7/8"	3	Painted Steel	000000	00000
21"	2 lbs.	1 3/8"	Flat	1 3/4" × 1 7/8"	3	Painted Steel	000000	00000

Style E—Gooseneck Claw End × Offset Chisel End

Chisel End

Claw End

		Bar
Overall Lg.	Weight	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Number of Nail Slots	Material		Each
24"	4 lbs.	3/4"	Hex	1 3/8" × 1"	1	Painted Steel	0000000	000000
36"	5 1/2 lbs.	3/4"	Hex	1 3/8" × 1"	1	Painted Steel	0000000	00000

Style F—Gooseneck Claw End × Offset Claw End

Claw End

		Bar
Overall Lg.	Weight	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Number of Nail Slots	Material		Each
15 1/2"	1 3/4 lbs.	1 3/8"	Flat	1 3/4" × 1 3/4"	3	Painted Steel	0000000	000000

Style G—U-Shaped Claw End × Offset Chisel End

Chisel End

Claw End

		Bar
Overall Lg.	Weight	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Number of Nail Slots	Material		Each
24"	3 1/2 lbs.	3/4"	Hex	1 3/8" × 1"	1	Painted Steel	0000000	000000
30"	4 1/4 lbs.	3/4"	Hex	1 3/8" × 1"	1	Painted Steel	0000000	00000
36"	8 1/2 lbs.	1"	Hex	2 1/4" × 1 1/2"	1	Painted Steel	000000	00000
42"	9 lbs.	7/8"	Hex	1 5/8" × 1 1/8"	1	Painted Steel	000000	00000
48"	12 1/2 lbs.	1"	Hex	2 1/8" × 1 5/8"	1	Painted Steel	0000000	00000
60"	15 1/2 lbs.	1"	Hex	2 1/4" × 1 1/2"	1	Painted Steel	000000	00000

Style H—Deep-Offset Double Claw End × Offset Chisel End


	Chisel End
	Double Claw End

		Bar
Overall Lg.	Weight	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Number of Nail Slots	Material		Each
36"	8 1/2 lbs.	7/8"	Hex	1 1/2" × 1 3/8"	2	Powder-Coated Steel	0000000	000000
48"	11 lbs.	7/8"	Hex	1 1/2" × 1 3/8"	2	Powder-Coated Steel	0000000	00000

Screwdriver-Style Nail-Pulling Pry Bars

Claw End

The claw-shaped end grips and extracts nails, tacks, and brads while the plastic handle provides a comfortable grip.

			Bar
Overall Lg.	Shaft Lg.	Weight, oz.	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Number of Nail Slots	Material		Each
Offset Claw End
7 1/4"	3 3/4"	2	1/4"	Round	7/16"	1	Nickel-Plated Steel	0000000	00000

Screwdriver-Style Pry Bar Sets

Wedge End

The plastic handle provides a comfortable grip. The end is tapered on both sides of the bar.

					Bar
Number of Pieces	End Style	Overall Lg.	Shaft Lg.	Weight	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Material		Each
3	Offset Wedge	12" 17" 25"	7" 12" 18"	6 oz. 8 oz. 1 1/2 lbs.	3/8" 3/8" 1/2"	Flat Flat Flat	5/8" 5/8" 3/4"	Black-Oxide Steel	0000000	000000

Miniature Pry Bars

Claw End

Lift and pry small objects, such as electronic and circuit board-mounted components. These tools have a static-dissipative handle that drains static from your application, preventing buildup from electrostatic discharge (ESD) that can damage sensitive equipment. They are also known as chip lifters.

			Bar
Overall Lg.	Wt., oz.	Shaft Lg.	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Material	Handle Material	Surface Resistivity		Each
Offset Claw End
5 3/4"	1	2"	1/8"	Flat	1/8"	Chrome-Plated Steel	Plastic	10⁶-10⁹ ohms-cm.	0000000	000000

Screwdriver-Style Pry Bars

Wedge End

The plastic handle provides a comfortable grip. The end is tapered on both sides of the bar.

Pry bars 36" and longer have a cap on the end of the handle that lets you strike it without damage.

			Bar
Overall Lg.	Shaft Lg.	Weight	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Material	Features		Each
Offset Wedge End
12"	7"	6 oz.	3/8"	Flat	5/8"	Black-Oxide Steel	__	00000000	000000
17"	12"	8 oz.	3/8"	Flat	5/8"	Black-Oxide Steel	__	00000000	00000
25"	18"	1 1/2 lbs.	1/2"	Flat	3/4"	Black-Oxide Steel	__	00000000	00000
31"	24"	2 lbs.	1/2"	Flat	3/4"	Black-Oxide Steel	__	00000000	00000
36"	29"	4 lbs.	5/8"	Flat	1"	Black-Oxide Steel	Striking Cap	00000000	00000
42"	35"	5 1/2 lbs.	5/8"	Flat	1"	Black-Oxide Steel	Striking Cap	00000000	00000
48"	38"	7 1/2 lbs.	3/4"	Flat	1"	Black-Oxide Steel	Striking Cap	00000000	000000

Pry Bars

Style K are good for separating die sets. Also known as die bars.

Pry bars with offset and gooseneck ends give you more leverage than straight ends.

Style K—Gooseneck Chisel End × Straight Chisel End

Chisel End

		Bar
Overall Lg.	Weight	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Material		Each
7"	8 oz.	5/16"	Hex	5/16" × 5/16"	Painted Steel	0000000	000000
12"	1 lbs.	7/16"	Hex	7/16" × 7/16"	Painted Steel	0000000	00000
18"	1 3/4 lbs.	5/8"	Hex	5/8" × 5/8"	Painted Steel	0000000	00000
30"	4 lbs.	3/4"	Hex	3/4" × 3/4"	Painted Steel	0000000	00000

Nonmarring Pry Bars

Chisel End

The gooseneck end of these pry bars is aluminum-bronze coated to prevent scratching. Often used to separate die blocks, they're also known as die bars.

		Bar
Overall Lg.	Weight, lbs.	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Material		Each
Gooseneck Chisel End × Straight Chisel End
22"	2 1/4	5/8"	Hex	3/4" × 3/4"	Painted Steel	0000000	000000
42"	7	7/8"	Hex	1" × 1"	Painted Steel	0000000	000000

Nail-Pulling Nonsparking Pry Bars

Offset Claw
End x Straight
Hammer End

U-Shaped Claw End x Offset Chisel End

Claw End

Hammer End

Chisel End

The claw-shaped end grips and extracts nails, tacks, and brads. Made of aluminum-bronze that is Factory Mutual approved, these tools inhibit sparking and are nonmagnetic and corrosion resistant. They satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present. Also known as claw bars.

Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene.

		Bar
Overall Lg.	Weight	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Number of Nail Slots	Material	Specifications Met		Each
Offset Claw End × Straight Hammer End
9"	14 oz.	3/4"	Flat	1 3/8" × 2 3/4"	1	Aluminum-Bronze	FM Approved	0000000	000000
U-Shaped Claw End × Offset Chisel End
18"	1 7/8 lbs.	5/8"	Hex	1 1/8" × 5/8"	1	Aluminum-Bronze	FM Approved	000000	000000
24"	3 3/4 lbs.	3/4"	Hex	1 1/4" × 3/4"	1	Aluminum-Bronze	FM Approved	000000	000000
30"	6 lbs.	7/8"	Hex	1 9/16" × 7/8"	1	Aluminum-Bronze	FM Approved	000000	000000
36"	7 1/2 lbs.	7/8"	Hex	1 11/16" × 7/8"	1	Aluminum-Bronze	FM Approved	000000	000000

Electrical-Insulating Pry Bars

Offset Wedge End

An insulated handle protects against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These tools are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. The end is tapered on both sides of the bar.

			Bar
Overall Lg.	Shaft Lg.	Weight, lbs.	Size	Shape	End Wd.	Material	Handle Material	Specifications Met		Each
Offset Wedge End
36"	8 3/4"	8	1 3/8"	Round	1"	Black-Oxide Steel	Plastic	IEC 60900, ASTM F1505	0000000	0000000

Wire End Cutters for Hard Wire

Cut hard steel wire, nails, and small rivets close to the surface with the wide, flat jaws on these cutters. They're also known as nippers.

For Use On Hard Steel
For Max. Wire Dia.	Overall Lg.	Jaw Wd.	Jaw Material	Handle Material	Grip Material	Opening Style		Each
0.08"	10"	25/32"	Steel	Steel	Steel	Manual	000000	000000
0.091"	14"	7/8"	Steel	Steel	Steel	Manual	000000	00000

Comfort-Grip Wire End Cutters for Hard Wire

Plastic-cushioned grips make these cutters easy to hold during repeated cuts. They have hardened, precisely aligned cutting edges with a rust-resistant coating for clean, even cuts. Also known as nippers, they have wide, flat jaws that cut close to the surface.

For Use On Hard Steel, Aluminum, Copper
For Max. Wire Dia.	Overall Lg.	Jaw Wd.	Jaw Material	Handle Material	Grip Material	Opening Style		Each
0.091"	6 1/2"	1"	Steel	Steel	Plastic	Manual	000000	000000
0.091"	7 1/4"	1 1/16"	Steel	Steel	Plastic	Manual	000000	00000
0.091"	8 1/4"	1 1/16"	Steel	Steel	Plastic	Manual	000000	00000
0.091"	10"	7/8"	Steel	Steel	Plastic	Manual	000000	00000

High-Force Wire End Cutters for Hard Wire

A double hinge provides high cutting force with low gripping pressure. Also known as nippers, these cutters have wide, flat jaws that cut close to the surface. A spring opens the jaws for quick cutting.

For Use On Hard Steel
For Max. Wire Dia.	Overall Lg.	Jaw Wd.	Jaw Material	Opening Style		Each
0.078"	6 1/2"	1"	Steel	Spring Assisted	0000000	000000

Electrical-Insulating Wire End Cutters for Hard Wire

Insulated handles protect against shock from accidental contact with live electrical circuits. These cutters are tested to 1,000 volts to meet IEC 60900 and ASTM F1505. Also known as nippers, they have wide, flat jaws that cut close to the surface. Use with hard steel, aluminum, and copper wire.

For Use On Hard Steel, Aluminum, Copper
For Max. Wire Dia.	Overall Lg.	Jaw Wd.	Jaw Material	Handle Material	Grip Material	Opening Style		Each
0.094"	10"	1"	Steel	Plastic	Plastic	Manual	0000000	000000

Long-Life High-Force Wire End Cutters for Hard Wire

Sharpen or replace the jaws as they wear. These cutters have a double hinge that provides high cutting force with low gripping pressure. Also known as nippers, they have wide, flat jaws that cut close to the surface. A spring opens the jaws for quick cutting.

							Cutters
For Max. Wire Dia.	Overall Lg.	Jaw Wd.	Jaw Material	Handle Material	Grip Material	Opening Style		Each
For Use On Hard Steel
0.05"	5 1/2"	21/32"	Carbide-Tipped Steel	Steel	Plastic	Spring Assisted	000000	0000000
0.08"	7"	13/16"	Carbide-Tipped Steel	Steel	Plastic	Spring Assisted	000000	000000

Nonsparking Wire End Cutters

Made of beryllium copper that is FM approved, these cutters satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present. Also known as nippers, they are nonmagnetic and have wide, flat jaws that cut close to the surface. Use with aluminum and copper wire.

Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene.

For Use On Aluminum, Copper
For Max. Wire Dia.	Overall Lg.	Jaw Wd.	Jaw Material	Handle Material	Opening Style		Each
3/8"	7 1/4"	1/2"	Beryllium Copper	Beryllium Copper	Manual	0000000	0000000

Nail Hammers

Plain Grip

Textured Grip

Textured Grip Dead Blow

Smooth Grip

Ribbed Grip

Serrated Face

Magnetic Nail Starter

Nail Pulling Groove

Board Grip

Drive nails with the flat, steel face and remove them with the claw on the other end of the head.

Curved-claw hammers provide high leverage for nail removal. Straight-claw hammers are also known as framing hammers. They're a good choice for ripping and prying wood in addition to nail removal, but they do not remove nails as efficiently as curved-claw hammers.

Dead blow nail hammers have a head loaded with metal shot for a controlled impact and minimal rebound. The handle is lightweight to provide a fast swing while driving nails.

Serrated face prevents the head from slipping when striking.

Hickory handles resist vibration. Steel and aluminum handles are stronger than hickory handles but have less vibration resistance. Fiberglass handles combine the strength of steel with the vibration resistance of wood. Polycarbonate handles with graphite core resist breakage if you miss your mark.

Textured and ribbed grips provide slip resistance.

Hammers with a magnetic nail starter hold nails in position at the top of the head, so a free hand is not needed to steady the nail before striking it. Hammers with a nail pulling groove can remove nails in tighter spaces than claws. Hammers with a board grip hold 2" thick boards.

For replacement handles, see Hickory Hammer Handles.

Curved Claw
Head Wt., oz.	Face Dia.	Overall Lg.	Face Material	Handle Replaceable	Features		Each
Hickory Handle—Plain Grip
Smooth Face
13	1 1/4"	13"	Steel	Nonreplaceable	__	000000	00000
16	1 1/8"	13"	Steel	Replaceable	__	000000	00000
20	1 1/8"	14"	Steel	Replaceable	__	000000	00000
Steel Handle—Textured Grip
Smooth Face
12	1"	11"	Steel	Nonreplaceable	__	000000	00000
16	1 1/8"	13"	Steel	Nonreplaceable	__	000000	00000
20	1 1/8"	13 1/2"	Steel	Nonreplaceable	__	000000	00000
22	1 1/4"	16"	Steel	Nonreplaceable	__	000000	00000
Serrated Face
22	1 1/4"	16"	Steel	Nonreplaceable	__	000000	00000
Fiberglass Handle—Smooth Grip
Smooth Face
16	1 1/8"	13"	Steel	Nonreplaceable	__	0000000	00000
20	1 1/4"	14"	Steel	Nonreplaceable	__	0000000	00000
Polycarbonate Plastic Handle with Graphite Core—Ribbed Grip
Smooth Face
16	1 1/2"	13 1/4"	Steel	Nonreplaceable	__	0000000	00000
Straight Claw
Steel Handle—Textured Grip
Smooth Face
15	1 1/4"	13 1/2"	Steel	Nonreplaceable	Magnetic Nail Starter, Nail Pulling Groove	0000000	00000
24	1 3/8"	16"	Steel	Nonreplaceable	Board Grip	0000000	00000
Serrated Face
15	1 1/4"	15 1/2"	Steel	Nonreplaceable	Magnetic Nail Starter, Nail Pulling Groove	0000000	00000
24	1 3/8"	16"	Steel	Nonreplaceable	Board Grip	0000000	00000
Aluminum Handle—Textured Grip Dead Blow
Smooth Face
14	1 1/2"	16"	Steel	Nonreplaceable	Magnetic Nail Starter	0000000	000000
Serrated Face
14	1 1/2"	16"	Steel	Nonreplaceable	Magnetic Nail Starter	0000000	000000

Nonsparking Nail Hammers

The face and head are made of aluminum-bronze that is Factory Mutual approved, so these tools inhibit sparking and are nonmagnetic and corrosion resistant. They satisfy OSHA requirements that specify nonsparking tools for locations where flammable vapors and combustible residues are present. Use them to drive and remove nails. All have a textured grip for slip resistance. For replacement handles, see Fiberglass Hammer Handles.

Warning: Do not use these tools in direct contact with acetylene.

Curved Claw
Head Wt., oz.	Face Dia.	Overall Lg.	Face Material	Face Texture	Handle Material	Grip Style	Handle Replaceable	Specifications Met		Each
12	7/8"	14"	Aluminum-Bronze	Smooth	Fiberglass	Textured	Replaceable	FM Approved	0000000	000000
16	1"	14"	Aluminum-Bronze	Smooth	Fiberglass	Textured	Replaceable	FM Approved	0000000	00000
20	1 1/8"	14"	Aluminum-Bronze	Smooth	Fiberglass	Textured	Replaceable	FM Approved	0000000	000000