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Lead Hammer

Lead Hammer in Terraria

Tool White

Numbers read from Terraria 1.4.5.8 itself.

Stats

TypeTool
RarityWhite
Damage8 melee
Knockback5.5
Critical strike chance4%
Use time29 (Average)
Hammer power43%
Buy price24 silver
Sell price4 silver 80 copper

Crafted from

MakesIngredientsAt
Lead Hammer8 × Lead Bar, 3 × Any WoodIron Anvil

Wall removal and chasm orb demolition

Fabricated from 8 Lead Bar units and 3 wood blocks at an Iron Anvil or Lead Anvil, the Lead Hammer provides 43% hammer power and useTime 29. It is utilized for tearing down background walls in underground cabins, shaping sloped blocks, and smashing Shadow Orbs or Crimson Hearts found within corruption or crimson chasms. It swiftly removes unwanted natural background walls, allowing players to establish validated housing in cavern outposts.

Structural shaping and tier power differences

With 43% hammer power, the Lead Hammer outclasses the Iron Hammer in hammering strength, while sitting just below the Silver Hammer. As with other early hammers, striking a Demon Altar will only damage the player. Reforging it to the Light modifier accelerates swing frequency, aiding players who need to quickly modify terrain blocks or clear walls during construction.

Trivia

  • Provides 43% hammer power, exceeding its iron counterpart in hammering strength.
  • Capable of smashing Shadow Orbs and Crimson Hearts located in world evil biomes.

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