Why I love the Most Expensive Hand Tools made for Carpenters: Martinez Tools

I have been wanting to make a video on why I love the most expensive carpenter hand tools for awhile now, and thankfully, I met up with Mark Martinez at the JLC Live show in Providence, Rhode Island to do just that. You guys have been asking for a toolsday in regards to the Martinez tools I am always using, so who better to do it with than the man himself.
Hammers are $224, square is $250. Just putting that out there right now. What I love about the system is it modularity. You can buy into the titanium system and put multiple different heads on the same titanium handle. With the square, the shoe is removable, which means future innovations. Beyond that, what I really like to watch, is how excited Mark is when he comes up with something new, and uses the power of social media and the community to bounce back ideas. He listens to the guys in the field in order to make the best tools possible.
Mark is probably one of the nicest guys that I have met in the tool industry, and trust me, he doesn't need to be out selling tools at shows. He originally developed Stiletto Tools back in the day and sold it to TTI which is the parent company for Milwaukee Tools. After about 8 years being away from the business, he couldn't stay away any longer, so he made it his mission to come out with some killer titanium hand tools in order to help out guys in the trade.
Pretty fortunate to Call Mark my friend, so yes, this is a glowing promotion or recommendation for anyone in the trades that uses these specific tools daily to check them out.
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[@RRBuildings]

I have been wanting to do this toolsday for awhile but wanted to share it with Mark. What other toolsday's would you guys and girls like to see.

[@mobilerenovations]

Just wanted to let you know that some of your links in the description aren't working, including your patreon. Dont want you to loose any deserved revenue!

[@jaredmccutcheon5496]

You did a review on your lifts, how about one on your Kubota skid steer and all it's attachments. I remember seeing something about it, but I don't remember it being super in depth.

[@RRBuildings]

@@mobilerenovations appreciate that

[@80zbabyz]

Would like to see some of the tools that started you . Like older tools .Idk just an 💡 idea

[@c.groeschl4940]

Have you looked into Atlas 46 tool vests/rigs. Maximize efficiency with customizable setups. Was looking for something better than my Occidental bags.

[@carolcezar3800]

For me, the ideas in kzbin.infoUgkxAfqpMLyFn37qcqUl0FAzqkkycQeXqrhP Plans were a starting point for building different sheds . Ryan gives ideas that allow an individual to draw nicest conclusions into the design and building of his or her own shed.

[@CameronLienhart]

Listen. I get it. There are tools not to go cheap on. But as a carpenter for 15 years, you can’t convince me that I need to spend $250 on a SPEED SQUARE. No way.

[@mcmxvi6946]

Yess it's hard to convince an old school carpenter.

[@AlphaMachina]

Nah, no freaking way. There's no reason why a speed square needs to cost $250. It better make the cuts for me for that price. I barely paid more than that for my southpaw worm drive Skilsaw circular saw and it's been a pure joy. A gem in the rough. I was scared to scratch it for a week, was dusting it after every job. lmao. Can you imagine if I paid that for a speed square? I'd lose my damn mind. My $10 square works just fine, and I paid too much for that.

[@michaelhorn9114]

@@mcmxvi6946 No, it's hard to convince a SMART carpenter!!!

[@t2kdawg783]

250 on a speed square sounds to me like some real power tools! I think he's just endorsing them because he's getting them free! Oh and I'm young and educated so that stupid bullshit talkin about an old man and his thoughts it's for the birds that sounds like a dumb motherfuker reacting. The guy that is paying 250 for speed square needs to talk to me cuz I can sell him some shit

[@michaelhorn9114]

This company has already failed!

[@boxingproff7627]

12:10 😂😂After he hears the $250 price on the speed square, he immediately puts it down. He even had to clear his throat because he nearly threw up. 😂😂

[@jesusortiz4081]

LMAO 🤣🤣🤣

[@bossmanz28]

Lmfao

[@cesarpaulin7133]

"How many years ago?" "Roughly 2000" 😂😂😂😂😂

[@toolsforthesoul217]

Can I just say that you motivate me? It really seems like you have your s*** together. You seem like a great dad. Keep it up dude. I want to be on that level. Improving my conditions one day at a time. Watching guys like you helps me grow.

[@RRBuildings]

Thanks a bunch

[@Formulabruce]

A hammer and square I would NEVER let out of my sight !

[@RRBuildings]

Nor should you

[@carpentryfirst3048]

Which is not realistic on most job sites. Unless your a handyman who works by himself or a few buddies, it's impossible to keep an eye on your belt at all times. It would fuck up my break and lunch if I had to take the time to bring my belt to a safe location and lock it up everytime. I have a stiletto hammer and nail puller, knipex pliers and side cutters, Tajima chalk line, lobster wrench, stabilla torpedo level, ect. All in an Occidental 7 bag carpenter belt. Everytime I go for break my heart hurts. However, my speed square is a Swanson and its 230$ cheaper than the titanium one lol. Good enough for me

[@ghostjr7234]

Formula Firebird I wouldn’t even spend that much money for that nah hell no they can keep them

[@myodeltafitness4154]

$250 for a speed square? I'll spend $100 on a new pair of work boots and walk my happy ass to the truck to get my $5 speed square.

[@Gambitfarmer]

Lmao, yup

[@christophersidorchuck6728]

@@gl9500my father and his company always bought DeWalt. You know when you're holding my Milwuakee tools. Still use my 1$ speed square from tech class

[@Jesse-gv9tf]

@@gl9500 such a true comment! I've had so many tools walk off with my dad. I don't consider it stealing, but it's annoying. Must be karma from our youths

[@jmackinjersey1]

Why are you wasting $100 on a pair of work boots, instead of spending good money on a great pair that will last you a long time? Again, If you can be more productive and finish a house or other project a day or a week, or even a few weeks sooner than you normally would because of a tool or set of tools, then I think that you would be able to see the value in that. I mean, did your great grandfather tell someone that his hand saw was just as good as the electric saw, even though the hand saw cost him $6, but the electric saw cost $60? I don't think so. If you can earn more money because of a $200 tool, then it is a no brainer. Plus it is a write off any way if you have a business. Let me ask you this, do you still only use a screw driver or hand crank drill, or do you have power tools? If you have power tools, do you plug them in or are you cordless?

[@Jesse-gv9tf]

@@jmackinjersey1 get him yo, get him

[@ikikuraz]

Mark next year: TITANIUM SAFETY GLASSES WITH BULLETPROOF GLASS. ME: SOLD!

[@soggybottomboys2792]

I’de actually buy a bunch of those 😂

[@Valgrind850]

Being someone whose biggest fear is getting their eye poked out, I’d buy it in a heartbeat

[@derekdwaine5496]

You forgot to add the 300$ price tag

[@dougk.5501]

@@derekdwaine5496 plus $100 shipping

[@brianharrigan8821]

Theyd be 400.00 , pass !!

[@peterstevens4223]

Just got my delivery off my new Martinez M1, brought and paid for it on Wednesday - August 05, 2020 and was delivered to my front door Tuesday - August 11, 2020 here in NZ… Looking forward to trying my new Martinez M1 out tomorrow at Work… Thanks RR, for helping me selected this great hammer!

[@djscotty06]

Hey mate. Did you buy the hammer direct from the US? How has it gone? I do a fair bit of rural fencing. Today the post were dry and the staples a bastard to hammer in. So I swapped out my estwing for a stiletto and it was a lot nicer on the wrist. The whole day I kept of thinking of the M1.

[@JJ-lu6mg]

I’m definitely making my order for the M4 hammer, but $250 for a speed square is insane. It is great to see an 🇺🇸 company thriving and I’m looking forward to see what other new tools he improves. I just want to say thx to Mark Martinez for making these tools for us 🛠

[@mikedeguzman4668]

Love using great tools, expensive or not! What's great too, is if the client knows the tools are great, they appreciate the overall value of our shared experience even more!

[@asimplelifewoodworking8318]

I am a woodworker and I love what I do, take pride in it and I love tools too. I spend $200 plus easily on woodpecker brand and I will try out this Martinez brand.

[@ThekiBoran]

Real progress would be teaching framing/rough/butcher carpenters to build walls square and plumb.

[@Framer_Mike]

Get a nice illegal crew getting 10.00 an hour and that's the results... Get a good crew like Mine and you wont be able to slide a credit card between ridge and rafter... Also, alot of framers believe the Rough part... what a crock o shit.. lol

[@alfonsoestrella8833]

illegal in our own land

[@ThekiBoran]

@@Framer_Mike There's plenty of legal crews getting union wages who mange to F up a framing job. There's both clean and sloppy guys doing everything from concrete to electrical, tile you name it.

[@pepeman3099]

@@alfonsoestrella8833 lol dumb

[@bgt63]

@@Framer_Mike TOTALLY. the answer is for required trade certification, licensing based on competence, its interesting that the home building industry can pay everyone.....except framers.

[@AF-O6]

I have lots of expensive tools, guns, and motorcycles I don't need, but to me it's a pleasure owning and using them. I own a $300 Martinez hammer, and it's easier on my old joints and makes swinging it every day a pleasure. Now, a $300 square doesn't suit me, as I will drop or lose it, but good on whoever wants one...I understand.

[@taurinenrgy]

Like the idea of the hammer, the speed square does not need to be made out of titanium, it can be made out of aluminum to make it more affordable. Great that they make their products in the US!

[@elliotkane4443]

$250 for a speed square!!🤣😂🤣🤣😂😂😂

[@colingroundwater]

$250 speed square? How does this guy stay in business?

[@MarioRodriguez-qn3qe]

instagram "influencers"

[@alainbourgault1937]

Same reason that Apple is still in business...

[@dennyblazer1167]

Daddy or mommy had money or something

[@zardaukar1]

every single tool he can manage to make he sells and there are literally 100s of people trying to buy what he can make in advance, he made his millions when he owned and designed all the stiletto tools, now he is just having fun

[@V0YAG3R]

Colin Groundwater KZbinrs 👌🏻

[@alejandrolucero7182]

For all those complaining about the cost of these tools. I bought the hammer one year ago. I've made around $90k since I spent the $236 on it. It's really a relative thing. Its saved my elbow and increased my productivity all in one. I'm sold complete on it

[@baroneb5043]

Alejandro Lucero are you Amish ?? ever hear fckn nail gun ?? & stop with the foolishness ....

[@pwhsbuild]

I love to see companies that build for the tradesman and not for an investment company. I love going to work and using tools that are enjoyable to use and that meet all my expectations. I don't mind saving up - even if it's for a year- to buy a good tool that makes my job more enjoyable and efficient. Going on 20 years as a carpenter and builder.

[@cesarconh895]

Martínez tools, basically the SnapOn tools for the carpenter

[@MrTommybadger]

But is that a good thing or a bad thing? Some mechanics I know aren’t fans of Snap-On anymore.

[@IMABEAST191]

@@MrTommybadger yea bro they aren’t worth the money. Also Out in the field when the real master framers see dudes with these types of hammers they roast them crap out of them I almost feel bad for em lol 😂.

[@carpenterbil006]

@@IMABEAST191 I disagree with you. Myself and other high end builders in the area can all be seen using high end tools. Plenty of reasons to invest in the good stuff.

[@Nikonfanboy1982]

I have a ton of respect for his craftsmanship. It's clear from afar. I am not in the trades. I would love to be, but I am stuck in the medical world for the time being lol but even as a weekend warrior, I find my self going over the numbers lol

[@patrickwalker6216]

Wanna know what grinds my gears? You continue to call it a T Bone hammer even after the person who made it told you that it’s pronounced Ti-Bone.

[@EricRoy85]

I was thinking that was a bit disrespectful

[@urjnlegend]

He kept talking over him and cutting him off, that was true disrespect.

[@SylasTheGreat]

Plus it was obvious it was called ti-bone because the ti is for titanium.

[@Framer_Mike]

I hate when they call TJI's TGI's

[@Framer_Mike]

Oh thanks for the info.. I've been calling it tbone for like 14 yrs

[@danlott71]

My son is graduating from high school this year and is going to college for construction management. He really likes these tools, but will have to wait to be able to afford these. Thanks for this video.

[@mattivirta]

only big idiot think buy this men tools, big scammer seller and stupid

[@michellevargas6016]

Reminds me of my grandfather’s tools. They were made from high quality forged steel and will be handed down for generations. This hammer is like one of those tools. I’m buying one.

[@urjnlegend]

Not to be a negative , but most next generations don't want to swing hammers. Maybe before, but not in these days. The goal is not to swing a hammer if you don't have to

[@jmackinjersey1]

@@urjnlegend Some people actually like working with their hands and producing something. It's all in the parenting.

[@user-gz4ve8mw9l]

@@urjnlegend I'd sooner work with my hands as a skilled laborer any day in a trade. Yet Nobody taught me anything for 30+years. Now I'm learning for myself for the first time ever as an apprentice in a trade finally. So some people very much so do want these career paths still. My only concern is the poor wages in the area I'm in once I get licensed in the coming years. I can't afford to live on $20-24 an hour on average... I made/make $24-25 an hour without a skill as is.

[@11SecSTionStockSnail]

Stiletto 10oz titanium straight hickory handle. Best for finish carpentry. Hickory is still the best shock absorber period. Handle was a bit long, and I broke it off (being stupid doing demo and hitting handle right below head on an I-beam) Reattached same handle. Now length is perfect and bin sitting tight for past 3 years. Every day use. Few mistakes stiletto and many other companies make, they use metal wedges, and wedges are too short. Wood moves. I used oak wedges (similar hardness species, which means they will move similarly and not tear at each other. Also, make sure wedge is atleast 3/4 length the hammer hole. I’ve also soaked whole thing in 5000psi epoxy when attaching it, and covered handle back 5 inches with epoxy as well. To prevent future wood movement as much as possible (keeps moisture away) No problems yet. By the way, some carpenters like the abnormal looking heads, others call them all gimmicks. To each their own. I like it for being simple. Round so it does not scratch stuff by excise not. Straight claws, and real light to allow you to control your swing to not leave excidental donkey tracks

[@terrygoyan]

I agree about hickory handles. Never understood guys using Estwing hammers. The shock really travels down the steel shaft....

[@AshHalls]

“This is my hammer. There are many others like it, but this one is mine. My hammer is my best friend. It is my life. I must master it as I must master my life. Without me, my hammer is useless. Without my hammer, I am useless. I must swing my hammer true. I must hit straighter than my enemy, who is trying to kill me.

[@mattschwensen9562]

I’ve been using a 24oz estwing for over 25 years. I’ve gone thru 3 either lost or stolen never because the failed I think I’ll stick with estwing , sometimes you can’t beat the classics... Ie; a 67 corvette screw your 2019.....

[@1648jim]

I got sick of putting handles on my stiletto, I've had the same estwing hanging off my ass for the past 8 years, it just never fails..

[@coolguy2370]

Had my 22 oz estwing for a good while and I'll never replace it I'm a roofer and it's saved my ass a few times I remember I was on a 10 pitch and I slipped and I pulled that hammer out and slammed that claw into the roof so goddamn quick, definitely can't beat the classics

[@Burrito666666]

That 67 part killed me haha way to go sir

[@MakoCon]

I'm not buying a 250 dollar square because that's fucking insane. But my stiletto will most likely never get replaced by an old school hammer. Unless I'm chipping concrete.

[@717UT]

I will admit, I received an M1 as a gift from family, but if I didn't have one I'd still be using an Estwing or Vaughn. For me, the 22oz Estwing is pretty much a do all that is comfortable to swing all day. And I also like the 23oz California Vaughn. Larry Haun vibes there

[@jasonmason583]

Seeing your appreciation for tools knowing the hard work you've put in to earn each and every one. It's shown me that passion isn't just with the trade it's also in each tool placed in our hands.

[@cole141000]

For $250 I will just eyeball it, that’s what the ole Larry Haun taught me anyways 😂😂 (Just kissing I might actually buy that thing one day)

[@808fishman8]

dudes a legend ! i always think about that man !

[@kalvli]

Good ideas ... I am going to drill those marks on my own empire square

[@carpentryfirst3048]

DeWalt has one with all the slots for your pencil. 20$ lol. You save 230$

[@baroneb5043]

ahahahahahaha.... fckn precious..!!!!!! can by 30 fckn Empires for one his.... this fuckwhistle smokn the hocus pocus ...

[@tomim7187]

"We spend more money on stupid frivolous things..." AMEN brother! When a guy shows up with Ryobi tools, he's not really serious about working smart. I ALWAYS spent a little more on better tools, and when starting out it meant waiting a few months but, always trying to get the best quality. Work smarter so you don't have to work harder.

[@saulgoodman2018]

Ryobi tool works just as good as other name brands.

[@johnwiggins8535]

@@saulgoodman2018I agree that many ryobi tools will do nearly equal work. I started out with the blue ryobis and have since moved to makita but I wont talk bad about ryobi, when they changed to lithium batteries you didnt have to buy all new tools and that means a lot to hard working people on a budget

[@marks9949]

@@saulgoodman2018 Not really man. My old man has Ryobi. That poor small little impact. It doesn't even remotely compare to a dewalt makita or milwaukee.

[@jdclark0485]

Well it's not hard to justify spending $250 on a good battery power tool set (drill, impact, 2 batteries, charger, and case) but I could never justify $250 for a square that could be had for $5 from any other brand. I have never "wore out" a steel square they are either lost or stolen before then. I could just imagine the bad day at work I'd have if I lost my $250 square. OOPS! looks like I didn't make any money today!! lol

[@saulgoodman2018]

Mark S not all impacts are made for everything. Like you have 12 volts impacts that are not for screwing decks boards all day.

[@bobswinehart3646]

Badass tools. Love my titanium hammer. Dont ever leave your tools out tho. They will grow feet!!

[@framingbeast720]

Very intrigued by Martinez tools in general. I appreciate companies that tackle the detail side of things...trust me all hammers aren't built equal

[@tomj6950]

“Non-sponsored” continues to justify spending $250 on a square for “pride” and “confidence” Buddy we’re not idiots.

[@theomegawerty9688]

And some people pay more money for the same cheap Chinese goods from more expensive stores, because they want the prestigious the shopping at Tarjay

[@kylelucas3382]

I think Kyle truly doesn’t mind spending money on the items he will use daily. That’s not so say he doesn’t have other squares he uses. I’m just saying why does it bother you that he is willing to spend money on tools that could help him?! I’m a weekend worrier and I don’t see myself spending money on the square now.....but I could see getting the M1 or M4 hammer....without thought after a beer and a video like this

[@Xelbiuj]

You'd think he'd be more proud of his work/results and less proud of the tools. lol

[@simokokko7550]

Is this RR guy real carpenter or just youtuber?? 250 is a joke.

[@R2Mike]

@@simokokko7550 beyond good...

[@colinringle5369]

I'm not even a professional carpenter and I really want one lol. I have always hated every hardware store hammer I or my dad ever bought/owned. When the time arises I will be picking one up for sure

[@lpainchaud]

Essential craftman say: buy the best tool you can possibly afford. The wisdom in them old chippy. Thanks Kyle for all you do, ive learnt a lot from you and am a better tradesman for it.

[@dchargerfan]

I don’t need a 1300 dollar suit, but if I can afford it, and it will make me money, then I’ll spend 1300 on a suit. Oh wait, we’re talking about a hammer and a speed square. If I was working framing/carpentry/any other trade that would need this, you better believe I would. Thanks Mark for the awesome ideas and great tools. Hope to be a proud owner of a Martinez hammer some day!

[@pedrodavide9394]

I was a carpenter for 25 years. My work truck wasn’t a Ferrari and my square didn’t cost $250. This is poser stuff.

[@crunch9876]

OC NRA I actually think the square is neat and I’d love for more things to have the skill saw wrench but 250 is crazy. I’d pay 25 for it

[@joshramirez853]

10/4 on that brother...a hammer with a replaceable head and handle?!!!....C'MON man...let's get serious

[@TroijanSkinhead]

Thank you sir.

[@bryanmartinez6600]

Well at least it isn't a $1000 Apple display stand so it's not on the most useless expensive stuff just expensive.

[@ThomasSteed]

Na, it's stuff for guys who get paid what they are worth, and don't burn all their money on booze and meth while bumming around in a busted ass truck.

[@natewhite8735]

Do you think Mark will ever take in the idea of doing an "economy" line where he does his square in a hardened steel? As much as I would love to have one of his tools my line of carpentry (theatre and entertainment) I will never be able to justify the price tag no matter how it preforms.

[@tysleight]

One elbow or shoulder MRI and you can justify it 10 times over not counting down time. I work in a radiology department and see lots of young framers that blowout body parts from chronic hard use that have a few kids and have to start all over because they are worn out. This happened to me but it was my neck.

[@silenthill5794]

@@tysleight He's talking about the square, which I'm pretty sure won't throw out your elbow or shoulder. That's a huge jump from the 10.00 square I own, to 250.., who sells the 125.00 model ?

[@tysleight]

@@silenthill5794 you can make it! Mid range tools/ anything are extremely hard to make a profit on. 2 options to make money in sales. Sale ALOT for little or sale few for alot. If I was to buy $150 square it had better be dang good not just bit better than the Lowe's special. So your R&D, set up, and marketing will be the same as his current SQ but profit is cut. With minimal raw metal cost difference 7075 Al 1"x1"x12" is $37 titanium for the same size is just $130 by McMaster Carr website. I assume he would only use 1/2 this amount and is buying it in bulk so cost are even lower.

[@michaelhorn9114]

Someone would have to be ignorant to spend that much money

[@smcox1991]

Michael Horn someone would have to be ignorant to leave this comment.

[@daleleibfried8648]

A 7 dollar empire square does pretty much everything that square does. And he said affordable., Carpenter for 20 yrs

[@AlphaMachina]

Yep. And I thought my $45 DeWalt hammer was expensive. LOL! Thing is, I have no issues with it. It's light weight, swings easy, and if I need to replace it, I can replace the entire hammer for the price of the rubber grip or hammer head from that other thing up there ^ lmao..

[@MrJak427]

Alpha Machina I actually got the M1 and the square I had a 15 oz fatmax hammer before and I gotta say it was dam expensive but I honestly can say I’ll never pick that faxmax back up the titanium does transmit less vibration to your arm I was skeptical but it’s true. And like this video explains I did find that I can swing the hammer with less effort and still drive the nails in and the head DIA is slightly less than most hammers these days which is good. And build quality is top notch as you’d expect very high

[@Questchaun]

Yeah but is it titanium with this guy's name on it

[@BILLY-px3hw]

They are trying to do the same thing with hammers as Snap-On did with tool boxes. Make people who swing lesser hammers feel inferior at work, it is mostly hype. I drop and step on my speed square at times, I also let other people use it, I think it was $7 bucks I have several. I do not need the problem of a $250 speed square, I need to focus on the job at hand, not to be worrying about someone walking off with my square.

[@pdxlockpicker7796]

@@BILLY-px3hw dude that's a great point. The added stress of losing it or someone stealing it. They can steal my HF square anytime. I got it on sale for $1.77

[@mattychamberlin]

What does that square do that a $12 Swanson speed square doesn't do other than the level bubble? I use my speed square daily and could not justify $250.

[@fozzer1398]

250 dollars? i`ll walk to the van I think.

[@dexterforeman]

Aman Bro!!!! You can say that AGAIN..

[@blake102989]

I'll even provide my own lipstick and lube

[@urjnlegend]

@@blake102989 what!?

[@jesusguadalupeflorespillad9211]

@@urjnlegend for the rape?

[@JohnDoe-lj7zu]

I’m never buying one of these either, but ironically if you were to track the amount of time you spend pulling out other tools in instances that this thing would replace them, the value of it would certainly be made up relatively quickly.

[@carlcampbell6827]

I have not framed for years, however the traditional steel, made in US 20 or 22 ounce straight claw corrugated head Stiletto or Vaughn wooden handled framing hammer is a perfect well balanced tool for the job, It is very easy on the joints when used day in and day out. I have tried framing with steel handled hammers with rubber grips and lasted about 1/2 hour before it went in the tool box as something used to beat on steel or concrete.

[@augustreil]

I'll take a 1965'' Mustang Coupe, but I get what you're saying. All made in America, means more jobs here and not some damn sweat shop over in who knows where ? Beautiful tools and great video. Thumbs up !

[@wcresponder]

China leads the world in titanium production followed by Russia and Japan. Gotta ask where he gets the Ti. Just saying. Gotta max out the profits, I would doubt its us Ti.

[@jonwright1916]

Kyle, I showed my boss this video and he wants one of these hammers. I sent him your KZbin link so I am sure there is another subscriber. My boss and I both are tool geeks.

[@RRBuildings]

Aweet

[@imokuok1993]

I like the “feel” of having $250 in my pocket. It makes me “feel” like I have money.

[@erichayes5217]

I am a carpenter, I love to have nice tools I spend way too much money on tools. But I will say that the whole titanium hammer thing is a gimmick.One that I fell for admittedly, yes I bought one long story short, don't use it, don't like it. Because lets be honest no one swings a hammer all day anymore because, nail guns.You maybe will hammer in 5 nails in a day and three of them are to hang your apron on at break. The only thing you use it for is hammering members into position or striking a chisel maybe . Both of which I found it to be terrible for BECAUSE they have no weight to them, you actually have to swing harder to do the same work as a regular 22 oz steel hammer. Its especially bad in tight spaces when you cant get a full swing at things. I use a 22 oz Estwing I've used them my whole career and have never broken one which really seems to be a problem with titanium hammers. Guy I work with broke THREE titanium hammers before he stopped buying them and at 300 bucks a pop thats just stupid . And as for the speed square swanson has had those features for 50 years .

[@RRBuildings]

Bill your comment is yours and I won’t argue.... I swing all day and pound tons of nails... minimally a 50lb box of 20d ringshanks or more every job. Also, it takes the same force to swing a Martinez 15oz as it does a 24oz estwing. It’s not about the total weight of the hammer... it’s the balance and weight placement that matters. Also, what titanium hammer was your buddy swinging... these hammer are $224 not $300

[@erichayes5217]

Well I'm also not arguing lol. My partner actually broke two stilettos and a Martinez brand hammer both designed by the same guy right ? I'm in canada so yes a stilleto tibone will set you back $250 plus tax and Martinez is 300 plus tax. I can buy six estwings for that btw but I've only ever needed one lol. Also they don't require the same force to swing its the force at impact that's supposedly the same. Which in my opinion you have to swing a titanium twice as hard to get the same work done instead of being able to let the weight of the hammer do the work. So anyway yes paying 300 bucks for a hammer is not worth it for me anyway. Its dumb status symbol and gimmick.

[@terrygoyan]

@@RRBuildings 20d ringshanks!? Never seen one of those in my life. Been pounding nails for 45 years or more. My main production type nailing is 10d galv. commons for shear nailing. I'm convinced hand nailing shear wall is far stronger then nail gun nailing. What are the ringshanks used for?

[@lonefeather49]

Long story long...😁👍

[@bgt63]

I swung an estwing for 25 yrs...no problem. I do like the new Dewalt better Though .

[@billsheffield4572]

I'm a big tool guy and being productive I very much understand, but no way I could ever in my wildest dreams justify paying that kind of money for a speed square, and the fact that's its all titanium means nothing to me for the weight difference. Things get damaged, lost, stolen, and for that amount of money I could buy almost 22 or more speed squares . The hammer is a little different but even then there price is just too high for me. If I did ever buy any of those brand tools it would be to frame and hang on the wall to look at or make a trophy out of it. Not for me!

[@pdxlockpicker7796]

Tools get lost and stolen all the time. I got a speed square from harbor freight for $1.77 with coupon.

[@davidlabossiere1140]

Some carpenters are quality enough for quality tools. Some carpenters aren't worth the $10 squangle in their pouch...

[@TCSwizz2]

@@davidlabossiere1140 tools don’t make the carpenter. I don’t need to carry around these overly priced “quality tools” to make me or my customers feel like I’m a successful builder. My work speaks for itself

[@reverendbrothergenerik7976]

I splurged on one of these and happily use it the most of all my framers. I wish there were no nail magnet thing as I use the tip of the face most of all when doing other hammering than nail driving, such as clinching and tapping pry bars.

[@areabum]

A couple of framers showed me their martinez hammers and were raving about them. Good quality tools cost money. But if you make a living with them, they will pay themselves back tenfold. And it's just a pleasure to work. With nice tools it stops being a job, and becomes a craft of love.

[@mr.anderson9938]

Reminds me of women with fancy purses

[@markf.4063]

That's just ridiculous. A $50 Estwing will drive a nail just as well as a $250 hammer....hell a rock will as well. Not to mention most framers are gonna be using nails guns anyways.

[@fatal510]

@@markf.4063 id be embarrassed to be using a Estwing.

[@BillyMustang101]

In the U.K. we use a different type of square than a speed square. Speed squares are for the chippys who do not understand roofing properly. Our squares you can set out every possible angle, purlin edge/lip cuts, lay board angles, backing bevels. It's costs £80 and will last a lifetime. I use a 7" speed square only for marking 90 degree lines.

[@valleytractorservices9310]

How many years ago? "About 2000" lol

[@Xelbiuj]

Because of him, Jesus was able to use titanium tools in his carpentry. XD

[@petem2700]

@@Xelbiuj Noah used them on the ark

[@JustaSimplefact]

lol heard that too.... and no... I didn't, we used... thickness of rope or something... it was a weird time...

[@snoopu2601]

My nephews and my brother has the MARTINEZ HAMMER they really like that hammer.

[@keithklassen5320]

I love how hard dude is scrambling to justify the square, lol. Sure, sure.

[@randyscott3386]

And still , the best guys out there , who do the highest quality work , day after day , year after year , use pretty much the same tools we all do . You can't buy talent or experience in a hammer , a square or any other tool .

[@clevertech74]

Great video mate! Thanks for sharing and letting me know about the Martinez tools.

[@supercleanone8038]

Cool, so $500 for a speed square and a hammer? Bro, I work to live not live to work.

[@brandonsatterstrom7894]

The hammer is actually worth it tho 👌.

[@dustingocus]

50$ a hour that's one days paycheck dude

[@jeremysguitarlessons]

These hammers are for pro’s not beginners. Like he said in the video, most of the cost is in the titanium.

[@jsp2568]

@nick angers no less than 1k a day!

[@andyevanko971]

Sounds like you don’t work much at all.

[@knightofnil67]

Thor should have went to Mr. Martinez for a new Hammer!! Great stuff !!

[@mrjeff4832]

Mark is a genius. He deserves all his success.

[@30minutesLess]

Engineers don’t build houses, they just make it more complicated. Just like this hammer. Who needs a interchangeable head?

[@irritablearchitect]

Mr. Martinez is the embodiment of the ideals of America.

[@TheIdeasGuy]

My empire square cost me what, $20 or $30? My Estwing hammer cost me $80. They are both excellent tools and combined cost a quarter of one of these tools. No thanks, I’ll save my money and spend it on something that I actually need.

[@joelethalcruz4417]

When you work hard...and are handy...and know your skill...you dont need a 300. Dollars speed square...he is out of his mind...dont you think...that johnson squere is 13 dollars...and i can do beutifull things with it...

[@crunch9876]

I think you overpaid for that speed square.

[@TheIdeasGuy]

crunch9876 I have a few things to say about that. 1). I’m in Australia so empire tools automatically cost me more than they cost you (import costs and my dollar is worth less) 2). I was referring to my combination square, not my speed square. My aluminium empire speed square cost me about $20, my plastic empire speed square cost more like $10-$15 3.) I had another thing to say but I forget now lol

[@TheIdeasGuy]

In case anybody is interested, I actually did a video just a few days ago on this subject of expensive vs. cheap tools. Feel free to have a look, you’ll have to excuse the strange picture glitches at that happen while I’m talking about tape measures. Audio is fine.

[@mikekoksmal5053]

spend the rest on hookers & cocaine

[@guciopoliche6783]

GOD bless you. I'm really happy to see guys together.

[@danw7574]

I gladly pay extra for things made here in the US. We need to support non union manufacturing here at home.

[@SweetStat]

I agree, I'd be happy to pay $50 for the same speed square made from aluminum or magnesium. 250 is too steep of a price for what it is.

[@davogifman542]

It's funny that you mention the $7.00 Empire speed square. That's what I've been using for a few years now,but I modified mine slightly,and used my three square needle file on the straight six inch measuring area so I could scribe lines from 1/4 in. to 6 3/4 in. So that; plus my Empire magnetic torpedo level allows me to (A) save around $230.00 (B) still buy American (C) Buy 1st round of drinks on Fridays,and (D) get a complimentary B.J. from my wife when I told her I save $100.00 on tools. (E) Then I had $100.00 in my pocket no one else knew about. Thanks for the video. I feel awesome about myself right about now 👍 😎 🌞

[@shednut2666]

Why you like them is because they're free to you wooden handle is the best take shock

[@RRBuildings]

Not even true man... I replaced so many wooden handles it’s not even funny... although I always loved my 14 oz Stiletto hickory handle

[@shednut2666]

@@RRBuildings you replace handles because you don't use your hammer right

[@aidansharples7751]

That intro was painful haha. I actually said "good thing this guy likes metal handles".

[@WTLowery82]

Maybe Shednut would grace us with their hammer/proper use video? We'll wait.........

[@blake102989]

He just made his point even worse by saying he's replaced wooden handles. Try to replace one of those expensive ass hammer handles and tell me how much it cost

[@YankeeWoodcraft]

I can tell you right now, I haven't swung it yet, but that M1 is built right and why? Because weight forward/top heavy hammers is how it's supposed to be. I swung a 2lb Estwing Shingler's Hatchet for years a good 10,000 swings a day (no typo) which was a short handled, top heavy beast, but it was a joy for what I was nailing (roofing nails with the occassional 16D's for framing). I reached out to Mark over a decade ago when he was still at the helm of Stiletto regarding roofing hammer designs. They sent me out a couple of prototypes and I sent back my feedback. I'm excited to see Mark back in the game. The man knows his tools and I'm going to be happy to jump on Team Martinez. It looks like he's taken the hammer game to the next level (again). Also the replaceable head is brilliant! I never liked the idea of the replaceable face. I never got one because I just couldn't see it staying on. There just wasn't enough real estate or purchase there IMHO. But an entire head? BINGO! That's the move right there! As for not being used to it, guess what...I never met anyone who was used to swinging Ti hammers when they first came out. There was a learning curve, but once that learning curve was met, there was no looking back. I'm in management now and only use my tools at home and even though I still have my 14oz & 16oz curved milled faced framers, I'm going to go and get myself one of those M1's.

[@RRBuildings]

Heck of a hammer I love it

[@chriszink1866]

Any real carpenter knows Swanson makes the best and longest lasting speed squares for$17 bucks.

[@ianjay4596]

I switched to a johnny square. I find it better. Its a light weight metal and has alot of the same grooves this overpriced square does

[@artesuave4760]

Johnny speed square .. the engraved one w the bottle opener

[@letzrockitrite8469]

I appreciate the sentiment of a Super Quality Tool and I don't mind paying for something that A. makes me money and B. will last my lifetime.... thanks for the Martinez update Kyle !

[@TokyoCraftsman]

hats off to Mark making quality tools. Cheers from Tokyo!

[@lsellclumanetsolarenergyll5071]

Any square you can fold up are the best. Space saving is most important for me.

[@robinalexander5772]

$225 us for 15 oz hammer, $350 with postage to australia including currency conversion, now that is ouch.

[@samtaylor6385]

As a fellow Aussie using a Stiletto t-bone, it is worth every cent! And I actually prefer the t-bone to the Martinez. The option to change the head is a gimmick - No one has time for that shit.

[@chrishall5439]

Thanks Kyle for sharing you knowledge and passion for the tools and the trade! I got an M1 and use it for smashing and prying on shit that I wouldn't dare do with a wood handle hammer. It packs a punch! But for regular old framing I like a Stiletto because I can swing it around much faster and it has a longer handle. If my Swanson square breaks again or gets lost I think I'll get a Johnson because it has a lot of scribe marks. For you young bucks out there don't grip your hammer too tight or swing too hard and you may never blow out your elbow. I sure as hell did!

[@dandeflavis7004]

I never thought I would spend this kind of money on a hammer, until i used my bosses for a day or two, and I couldn't go back to my eswing, and ordered one. It is worth the money if you actually use your hammer a lot.

[@jaredmccutcheon5496]

Hi Kyle, Loved the interview with Mark. I've been envious of your speed square since you first showed it off, lol. If I was still framing I wouldn't hesitate to buy one, but for a weekday window and door salesman and weekend construction warrior it's hard to justify, although if I know myself at some point I'll probably give in, lol.

[@RRBuildings]

totally get it. I am not telling anyone they have to buy

[@jaredmccutcheon5496]

@@RRBuildings I really like seeing the cool tools you use and appreciate you showing them on your channel. I'm a total tool geek myself and have a 4 car garage totally dedicated as a shop, so believe me it's tempting, lol.

[@kyleblume6530]

Personally just starting out in the construction industry working at 18, I’ve already found out that a good hammer means everything. A menards Vaughn hammer is good, but my coworkers stiletto hammer I could tell that it would be a amazing investment. Now the speed square has some sweet features. But I would spend 50$ on it and that’s all, the 225$ hammer is high but valuea me

[@RRBuildings]

Nothing wrong with that... I would never tell a guy to go buy the square. It’s def a speciality tool that you buy when you just want it

[@BrandonContracting]

$250 for a speed square.... What a deal! Wtf.

[@graffitimasters4533]

I was thinking the same thing, might as well get 10 of them, and maybe five $875.00 hammers to go with it.

[@matthewsnyder8974]

I love my Martinez framing hammer, I use it every day.

[@onlineoffgrid]

Nice video as always Also watched the video where you visited Mark in CA and I really enjoyed it Mark comes across as a really nice genuine guy 👍

[@1965ace]

I tell my boys, you will never regret buying the best tools you can afford. We do Paintless Dent Removal sometimes hundreds of dents on a panel, I purchased a $3000 tool that saves me a minute or so on each dent, it paid for itself in a week and I'm very proud to own it. Other contractors who sub for me scoff at the price and yet will spend thousands on the latest automotive fashion trend that gets one use and is soon forgotten. BUY THE BEST YOU WILL BE REWARDED EVERY TIME YOU USE IT!!

[@stevemiller6518]

"Something cool about a sexy tool" haha trademark that

[@80zbabyz]

The legends together!!!

[@1648jim]

A speed square for 250? Definatly targetting the gear queers on the crew lol.

[@spunkyprep]

This is the most accurate statement so far.

[@pokemon2274]

Is this some sort of peasant joke I dont understand?

[@brycebergstrom5035]

@@pokemon2274 hes saying it's for the guys on the job who HAVE to have the most expensive tools and are always switching things up for no God damn reason and dont realize they aren't being a productive member of the crew because of it.

[@baroneb5043]

Hearthis u dont wanna get the joke cuz u bought one...!!!! ahahahaha

[@bryanmartinez6600]

@@brycebergstrom5035 I sometimes pay more because I want something better but there is a tipping point. I have bought 3 total Rapid R311 Tackers for around $50 each because made in sweden. My go to is the Stanley Tackers but sometimes I wouldn't find them so I would buy the rapid. The worst tacker for the price but better than anything else when the Stanley isn't available. The Stanley are $20 each made in Taiwan and the most reliable. The Rapid just chews up Staples after a while of use usually after a month or 2. Same with hammers I had a Leather estwing which the cap on the bottom is riveted and on a German Picard it has a bottom bolt. The Estwing got loose after a little while though then it was stolen.

[@greganikin7003]

This is so impressive! Looking at this from Russia and seeing how russian builders are retorted makes me wanna go back to America asap. Great tools.

[@danielevans922]

Putting a value on our time offsets the cost by the time we save using these tools.

[@jmackinjersey1]

Someone finally gets it. Who knows, maybe these guys complaining about the cost of quality tools are still using screw drivers and hand crank drills and hand saws.

[@seanm3226]

Convince me that this product is time-saving.

[@jmackinjersey1]

@@seanm3226 / How do you speed up the process? Simple. If you can stand in one place longer and work and only have to grab one tool, instead of putting a tool back in the pocket, then grab another tool, use it, then replace it in the pouch, then pick up another tool and use it, you save time. If you don't have to 'walk to the truck' to get another tool, you are on station, working and being more efficient. These little seconds turn into minutes, which then turn into hours, days, weeks etc. This is also how a house can be built off site in a large wearhouse, faster and more efficiently than a stick built, on site house. And they are just as structurally sound as on site built houses. Case in point, when I worked for the phone company, we had some multi function pliers that saved us a lot of time while installing lines in the house, or on the poles etc. But we sat with Klein and figured out how to incorporate a few more tools into one, so that we could save even more time and be even more efficient, by lessening the amount of times we had to change out tools in our hand to complete tasks. We could complete the job faster and move on to the next spot and so on. Many times we would complete the job a week (or more) faster than we originally forecasted. I'm sure you can understand how customers would like to have their phone lines/internet connections up and running a lot faster.

[@johnrussell1766]

Or learn how to use the cheaper ones first, they work just as well if you know what the hell your doing

[@danielevans922]

This isn't to be a debate. Work what works best for you. Myself, I prefer quality tools.

[@davepelfrey3958]

I get investing back in America, but this is what got America in the shape that it's in now with the prices. But yes, some people will buy them, myself I can't afford it. Just sayn!

[@dattepo7534]

Idk but I don’t draw two lines to place my stud “trying to save time “

[@terrygoyan]

I know! Unless your working on a corner, or king and cripple, there is no need for two lines to locate a stud.......

[@GK-hf5ze]

Thank you, I was like I know I'm not the only one noticing that ish

[@JustaSimplefact]

lol , yeah the stud goes on this line, do I need to know where the other side of the studs is supposed to end up? If I put a stud on the first line and the other side of the stud is nowhere near 1 1/2" I've got bigger fucking problems...

[@carlcox7332]

So you dont get confused and put a 4x6 in there instead lmfao

[@davogifman542]

We use to mark just one line,and then place the 2x4 to the right side of the line. Then the boss man hired two guy that didn't want to flip burgers anymore; so we started marking quick little arrows. That was okay,but a few weeks later there was a party that the new guys just couldn't miss... An the next day we were back to marking just one line again. Yeah we were short two guys,but it all worked out in the end. 🤣

[@knryland1]

I'm going for the 1st year in Carpentry and just came across your KZbin Channel today! So I am officially looking into some Martinez Tool's now! Great Video! Keep up the great work!

[@DesignsElement]

Here I thought the milwaukee square was expensive at $25, pretty sure you can make the same marks with the milwaukee square. Could probably even get a regular square that does that now. I have 2 older squares one is a blue empire square and they are still true despite years of abuse. For $250 that thing should mark it for you

[@CHEPETERON1]

🤡

[@drakestevens4456]

M1 definately a must, on tools to get list, saving your arm, and the interchangeable heads genius, framing and running in thousands of fence staples has its toll. Not to mention ever tried to dig through the “hammer drawer” and they all catch each other or they jam the drawer... fun times.

[@KeepItReal33]

I really like the square....but $250.......owch!

[@xblindfolded]

Give me my swanson speed square and that's all I need.

[@crunch9876]

I’d pay 25 for it. Even 30. Maybe 45 max if I just got a fat paycheck.

[@fredio54]

Empire gear is mostly made in the US, the alloy try squares are. Titanium is more durable if the connection to the cheap alloy base is sound. I like the 12 ounce finish hammer with the subtle dimples, nice.

[@Burrito666666]

For 250 I'd rather get a new mag 77 worm drive 😎

[@MrWaffleBrainz]

The square doesnt change the speed square game. It adds some features to it, but not $250 worth of features. Yes it may save time with the level and other stuff, but is saving 30 seconds of a whole day really gonna make a difference.

[@timl.1324]

My speed square falls out of my bags once a week, that level wont be accurate for long for me

[@jimwiskus8862]

Like yourself Kyle, Mark is an artisan. Tools like this are an investment and in the correct hands save time and money. I learned a long time ago you get what you pay for. If you respect and take care of a quality tool like this it can easily become a passed on heirloom. Thanks for the great video.

[@RRBuildings]

You get it James!!

[@TheRooster1122]

Money is absolutely no object when it comes to eating and paying bills off your tools!

[@markf.4063]

It most certainly is when the tools in question have no increased functionality over those that cost a third or less of the price. The only person that benefits in that regard is the guy selling then over priced tools.

[@chrisfyfe4047]

Brilliant ! Thanks for making the Video ! Some real gamechangers !

[@davideastman7083]

I wish that stuff would have came out a long time ago now that I'm thinking about retiring don't have much need for it but it's really looks awesome stuff.

[@JDDupuy]

I am in the same situation brother. My best years were in the 70s, 80s,90 up to now. 42 years. Time to let these Super carpenters take over.

[@blacklabelcarpentry]

Great video Kyle and Mark! Its a great pleasure to use my Martinez tools hammer, square, and nail puller. The quality is outstanding! The speed square has so many great features that really speed the process up, and not to mention that the titanium is tough as can be, which means i can drop my square and not worry about it breaking or bending the corners like the soft aluminum ones. The hammer also has a very nice feel to it, and its surprising how light it is, yet it manages to set nails with ease. I look forward to seeing more products in the future!