Hammer Lathe Turned | Competition & Training | 2.5 to 10 Kilo | 18 Weights Whether you're a youth athlete picking up the hammer for the first time or a college thrower training for peak performance, this lathe-turned iron hammer delivers quality, balance, and precision at a price that works for individuals and programs alike. Available in 18 weight options from 2.5 kilos to 10 kilos. Meets all NFHS, USATF, NCAA, and World Athletics standards. Fast shipping from our U.S. warehouse. Which Hammer Weight Is Right for You? Youth / Beginner (2.5–3 kg): Middle school athletes and first-year throwers. High School Girls / Junior Women (3–4 kg): NFHS and USATF youth competition weights. High School Boys (5 kg / 12 lb): Official NFHS weight for high school boys. College Women / Open Women (4 kg): Official NCAA and World Athletics weight. College Men / Open Men (7.26 kg / 16 lb): Standard for NCAA and open competition. Heavy Training (8–10 kg): Overweight hammers for strength-specific training cycles. Coach Cappos Recommends "The Lathe Turned Hammer is the best value for training and competition hammers. It's my top recommendation for developing throwers, offering a precision-balanced ball, a smooth swivel, and an affordable price. Having multiple weights for heavy-light training can make a significant difference in developing technique and event-specific skills." Coach Scott CapposBig Ten Coach for 25 YearsUniversity of IowaUniversity of Nebraska What customers are saying "The Thrower X turned hammers are high quality and a more economical version than the Polanik. I highly recommend." — D.M., verified ThrowsPro customer (one of 300+ five-star reviews) Building a Hammer Heavy-Light Training Set Once you know your competition weight, train around it using these training zones: 1–2 kg lighter than competition weight: Builds speed and technical skills Within 0.75 kg of competition weight: Technical work and competition-specific rhythm 1–2 kg over competition weight: Builds event-specific strength 2+ kg over competition weight: Specific strength training 2+ kg over competition weight, short wire: Builds specific strength and indoor weight throw preparation Hammer Key Features Hammer Head: Smooth lathe-turned iron with durable painted finish Swivel: Easy-turn swivel for fast, fluid ball rotation Wire: High-tensile steel alloy wire Handle: Lightweight painted aluminum handle Weight Range: 2.5 kg through 10 kg, 18 options Certification: NFHS, USATF, NCAA, and World Athletics legal Shipping: In stock, ships in 1–2 business days from U.S. warehouse Team Orders: Bulk discounts available Hammer FAQs Q: What hammer weight do high school boys use?A: 5 kilo (12 lb) under NFHS rules. Q: What weight is used in college men's hammer throw?A: 7.26 kilo (16 lb) under NCAA rules. Q: How do I build a full training set?A: Start with your competition weight, then add 2-3 additional weights using the training zones above, most programs build a set spanning a few weights on either side of competition weight. Q: How fast does it ship?A: In-stock orders ship within 1–2 business days from our U.S. warehouse. Looking for elite performance? Check out the Polanik Competition Hammer, smallest legal diameter, Olympic proven. Or step up your training set with the Polanik Steel Training Hammer, available in 3k to 12k.
