The roughneck vrs roofers hammer has a long thin pointed pick end which is ideal for cutting holes in slates the opposing end features a rectangular head for driving nails vrs hammers have a high quality satin finish and double injected soft grip handles for comfort they feature a unique 2 piece vibration reduction system for strength and durability the patented vrs technology reduces vibration transmitted to the hand making it easier and safer to work with the hammer for long periods of time we