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CPSC recall · Reported August 18, 2010

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

The head of the sledge hammer can loosen and detach, posing a risk of impact injury to consumers.

Recall #
10320
Affected scope
About 15,000
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The CPSC recalled This recall involves Brigade sledge hammers with a hickory wood handle. There are 11 mode….

Brigade Hickory Handle Sledge Hammers Recalled by White Cap Construction Supply Due to Ri… was recalled and listed by the CPSC in August 18, 2010. Reason: The head of the sledge hammer can loosen and detach, posing a risk of impact injury to consumers.. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sledge hammers and return the produc…. Verify recall #10320 with the CPSC before acting.

The recall

issued this CPSC recall-The head of the sledge hammer can loosen and detach, posing a risk of impact injury to consumers..

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August 18, 2010
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Sourced from official CPSC enforcement records. Verify recall #10320 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This recall's affected scope, documented in the Recall Profile below, stays within a single-region or limited-distribution footprint. Distribution information was not included in the agency filing, so consumers should assume broad potential exposure until the firm publishes point-of-sale details. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 6 from CPSC - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Product description

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

Reason for recall

The head of the sledge hammer can loosen and detach, posing a risk of impact injury to consumers.

Remedy, what to do

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

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the CPSC recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 10320
Date reported August 18, 2010
Date initiated August 18, 2010
Recalling firm Not disclosed
Affected scope About 15,000
Distribution Not disclosed
Official source CPSC notice →

Profile values are sourced directly from the official CPSC enforcement record. Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.

What to do with this recall

Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sledge hammers and return the product to White Cap Construction Supply for a…

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
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. Units affected: About 15,000.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
The head of the sledge hammer can loosen and detach, posing a risk of impact injury to consumers.
What should consumers do? ▼
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled sledge hammers and return the product to White Cap Construction Supply for a full refund or exchange.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the CPSC on August 18, 2010. CPSC does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 10320.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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