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100 Years of a Genuine American Icon
Ernest Estwing patents his legendary one-piece, solid steel hammer design, and begins operations in Rockford, Illinois.
Company growth slows due to the Great Depression, but Estwing still introduces its iconic leather handle, still loved to this day.
During WWII, Estwing produces tools essential to the war effort and after the end of the war announces plans to expand manufacturing.
Estwing begins manufacturing blue vinyl grips alongside its iconic leather handles. These are molded, not glued, increasing durability.
Estwing’s geology pick, still a benchmark for the industry, becomes famous when Neil Armstrong uses it training for the moon mission.
The company grows its line of hammer styles and weights, with most featuring the blue nylon vinyl grip preferred by tradesmen.
Estwing introduces its game-changing Shock Reduction Grip, enhancing the comfort and durability of its popular vinyl grip.
Estwing begins manufacturing German pattern hammers for the European market, after expanding their in the late 80's.
An Estwing hammer is added to the Smithsonian’s Industry & Manufacturing collection at the National Museum of American History in 2005.
Black Eagle and Special Edition Outdoor Tools hit the market, including two brand new designs – the Tomahawk and the Double Bit Axes.
In 2023, Estwing celebrates 100 years of making the first and finest one-piece, all steel tools.