CONSUMER SAFETY ALERT

The head of the sledge hammer can loosen and detach, posing a risk of impact injury to consumers.
Official Consumer Product Safety Recall • August 18, 2010

Brigade Hickory Handle Sledge Hammers Recalled by White Cap Construction Supply Due to Risk of Injury

This recall involves Brigade sledge hammers with a hickory wood handle. There are 11 models included in this recall, ranging in size from 2 to 20 lbs. A green and white label with the word "Brigade" and the model name is affixed to the head of the sledge hammer, and "Genuine Hickory" is printed on the handle. Model and UPC information are printed on the label. Model UPC Part Description 444BR10675 847044060535 8LB 36 double Face Sledge Hammer 444BR10677 847044060559 12LB 36 Double Face Sledge Hammer 444BR10685 847044060634 4LB 16 Engineers Hammer 444BR10678 847044060566 16LB 36 Double Face Sledge Hammer 444BR10679 847044060573 20LB 36 Double Face Sledge Hammer 444BR10688 847044060665 4LB 10-1/2 Drilling Hammer 444BR10687 847044060658 3LB 10-1/2 Drilling Hammer 444BR10674 847044060528 6LB 36 Double Face Sledge Hammer 444BR10676 847044060542 10LB 36 Double Face Sledge Hammer 444BR10686 847044060641 2LB 10-1/2 Drilling Hammer 444BR10684 847044060627 3LB 16 Engineers Hammer

Required Consumer Action

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sledge hammers and return the product to White Cap Construction Supply for a full refund or exchange.

Contact Information

For additional information, contact White Cap Construction Supply toll-free at (877) 281-4831 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.whitecap.com

Recall Details

Sold At
White Cap Construction Supply distributors nationwide from April 2009 through May 2010 for between $12 and $47.
Injuries
None reported.
Recall Number
10320

Product Information

Product Name
Hickory handle sledge hammers
Product Type
Sledge Hammers
Number of Units
About 15,000
Imported By
White Cap Construction Supply Inc., of Costa Mesa, Calif.
Manufactured In
India

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Full Contact Information

For additional information, contact White Cap Construction Supply toll-free at (877) 281-4831 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday or visit the firm's website at www.whitecap.com