Best Hammers for Beginners to Elite Level Throwers
Best Hammers for Competition
Looking for the best hammer for beginners, or want to see our picks by level? This roundup ranks the best options for every stage — from affordable lathe-turned iron for first-year throwers, through the Polanik steel most high school and college competitors use, up to the tungsten and stainless steel models thrown internationally.
Beginner Hammers
Our Lathe Turned Hammers are built for athletes new to the hammer throw. Affordable and durable, it’s a great choice for developing footwork and technique.
Experienced Hammers
For advanced high school and collegiate athletes, the Polanik Steel Hammer provides competition-quality performance. Balanced and reliable, it’s a step up from lathe-turned iron hammers.
Elite Hammers
World-class throwers rely on high-end tungsten and stainless steel hammers:
These implements deliver superior balance, spin, and durability for international-level competition.
