This Potentially Game-Changing New Multi-Tool Hammers Home an Indispensable Feature

You can debate whether it is “pocket sized,” but there’s no denying the direct approach to an oft-unaddressed everyday task.

Close-up of a metal caliper measuring a cylindrical object with visible measurement markings.

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By Steve Mazzucchi

Published April 30, 2026

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Over the centuries, multi-tool makers have proven adept at introducing features that tackle an ever-wider array of everyday tasks.

Among the many breakthroughs are of course Karl Elsener’s many-splendored Swiss Army Knife (dating back to the 1890s) and Tim Leatherman’s Pocket Survival Tool (1983), complete with game-changing functional pliers.

Hand holding a silver caliper measuring a black metal object outdoors. — The Eck Hammer really treads the line between pocket-sized and “potent enough to make shit happen.”

But throughout all that time, as everything from package hooks to bit drivers have been integrated, no one has quite mastered adding what would be a hugely handy implement: the hammer.

The latest to take ahem, a swing at it? Hong Kong-based Eck Studio, whose new Eck Hammer most certainly has my attention.

Hammer time

Kickstarter is a funny place, so I want to note write off the bat that while the “creator” of the campaign is a mysterious entity called M-Seeker with only one other project to its name, Eck Studio itself is quite well established.

A quick look at its website shows well over a dozen well-crafted multi-tools, compasses, pens and more, including a steampunk-ish open frame lighter + compass that looks totally badass.

Eck Hammer hammering action — I dare say this little GIF showcases the Eck Hammer’s primary functionality rather well.

That gives me faith in their ability to bring the crazy dream of a pocket-sized yet still effective hammer to life.

The shaft of the tool is tried-and-true, tough yet light Grade-5 titanium, topped by a pair of formidable implements.

One is the eponymous hammer, which relies upon interchangeable heads made of durable, wear-resistance 440C steel.

Two hands holding round, silver-colored metal objects with flat tops against a black background. — The precision head (left) and power head (right) enable you to optimize your tool for the task at hand.

There’s the “power head,” offering a 6-ounce striking weight for heavy-duty tasks and a “precision head” for more delicate work.

Also available as add-ons are silicone mallet caps that minimize marking surfaces.

As far as specs are concerned, the Eck Hammer measures 5.02″ x 1.06″ x 2.56″ and weighs 7 ounces with the precision head. It is slightly larger and weighs 8.4 ounces with the power head.

Hand holding a small metal hammer with a black rubber head above a metal chisel on a wooden surface. — Silicone mallet caps reduce both noise and marking surfaces.

Those numbers do raise some skepticism about how much “damage” you can really do with this thing.

However, as the owner of a novelty hammer multi-tool with similar heft (9.9 ounces), I am inclined to believe that cracking walnuts, driving nails, planting tent stakes and the like would be a breeze.

Bonus features

The other major implement is a robust adjustable wrench with a 1.3-inch jaw capacity.

Together with a threaded screw mechanism and the leverage provided by the tool’s 5-inch overall length, can tackle a variety of stubborn nuts and bolts.

Eck Hammer wrenching action — To be honest, I’m as stoked about this quite capable-looking wrench as I am about the hammer.

Other features include a scriber at the base that doubles as a glass breaker and a trio of rulers: a caliper-like precision scale, an 81mm/3.2-inch imperial ruler and a 90mm/3.54-inch ruler.

Other add-ons include engraving, glow-in-the-dark tritium tubes and leather sheath for belt carry.

Hand holding a metal adjustable wrench with a cylindrical attachment on the jaw. — The caliper-like precision scale enables super-accurate measurements.

That last one makes sense, because I am a tad skeptical about how realistic this thing is to tote around in a pocket.

Then again, if CRKT can make and sell a hugely popular pocket axe, anything is possible, really.

Availability and pricing

The Eck Hammer is available now through Kickstarter starting at the Super Early Bird price of $159.

Upgrading from the stonewashed titanium finish to the PVD black finish costs $26. A variety of add-ons are available starting at $9.

Estimated delivery is September 2026.

Two metallic calipers with measurement scales and adjustment knobs on a black reflective surface.

Eck Hammer

$179 at Kickstarter

About the Author:

Now managing editor, Steve has served in a variety of roles with GP since 2019. Having previously written and edited for such publications as Men’s Health, Men’s Journal, Esquire and ESPN, he enjoys covering a range of topics — but mostly those pertaining to cycling, snow sports, pocket knives and motos — and dreams of a utopian world in which everyone’s bike seat is at the proper height.

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