You can drive nails with many types of hammers but this is the proper tool for laying slate. One end of the head is ground to a sharp point for crisp, accurate hole-punching and the shaft features tapered edges still favored for cutting slate by some slate craftsmen. Classic leather-grip. Made in USA.
Slate Hammer - $99

The New England Slate Company
363 VT Rt. 30 S
Poultney, Vermont 05764
802-287-2295 or toll free: 1-888-NE-SLATE