Reviews
171 five-star reviews.
The Hammer XT Slingshot Heavy Duty holds a 4.83 average from 189 reviews on simple-shot.com. Here is what owners say, in their own words.
Is the Hammer slingshot any good? Owners rate the Hammer XT Slingshot Heavy Duty 4.83 out of 5 across 189 reviews, with 171 five-star ratings (store figures as of Nov 11, 2026). Owners talk about stability, power with heavy bands and how fast they start hitting.
First shots and accuracy
“Got the grouping down, 30 ft. 10 for 10 on drink cans. Great slingshot love it. Very stable on the wrist solid platform.” Billy T.
“Super accurate, I’m shooting Bic lighters at 20 yards and the misses are within a quarter size area.” Mike S.
“…after 5 shots I was hitting everything so I am delighted I bought it” Thomas S.
“I can’t believe how wonderful this slingshot is. Accurate, powerful, and versatility makes this my favorite slingshot I ever used.” Nolan G.
“I was unsure that a slingshot could shoot arrows accurately or with any power behind them. After shooting my Hammer for the past month I will say that I now stand corrected, The Hammer does both and it does both very well.” Mark L.
“This thing is great I have been shooting better more consistent and it’s easy to find my target WOW!” Bobby S.
“Love my new Hammer XT. Feels great in my hand. Really sturdy– you can tell it is well made. Love shooting it, have it dialed in and am hitting everything now!” Brad P.
“The weight of the main body provides stability, improves accuracy, and allows for comfortable shooting.” Naoki S.
“Solid manufacture and great instructions. On the website there is a wealth of information. I was hitting targets on day one. What a blast! This is a great purchase.” Andy G.
“Super easy to use and pretty powerful for a sling bow. Also very easy for beginners to get accurate shots fairly quickly! Thanks SimpleShot! I will be buying more bands and probably another hammer!” Timothy M.
“I got this slingshot for hunting and bow fishing and it’s great I love shooting it I’m very accurate with it And it’s also nice that you can shoot it like a regular slingshot also you get the best of both worlds I loved mine so much I actually bought another one.” Caleb R.
Power, heavy bands and hunting
“Definitely got some power behind it and it’s so fun to shoot.” Sarah S.
“Very stable and best slingshot for heavy bands and heavy ammo.” Lisa B.
“It’s great - less pull on my wrist and easy to change the bands” Stephen H.
“Great stable platform for hunting.” Ed G.
“Great heavy-duty slingshot for hunting or plinking all-around great slingshot.” Dylan
“Well-designed, sturdy, and versatile. Can be modified for every situation. Target practice - hunting.” Hector S.
Slingbow and bowfishing
“Started with clay band and clay ammo. Smooth as butter. Same went for steel ammo and band. I need new arrows before I update this for slingbow side of this. Very happy.” Natalie X.
“Works perfect for adding a bowfishing reel. Great quality and universal. A must for a slingbow enthusiast.” James F.
“Perfect fit for a reel for Bow Fishing!” Davin B.
“SimpleShot hammer and Hammer accessories are absolutely amazing. Very well made and super strong to handle saltwater slingbow fishing.” Neal N.
Comfort, family and fun
“So fun, got to spend time shooting with my father, he’s 85 and loves his new slingshot!” Johnny S.
“Totally impressed with this slingshot! My shooting has improved so much better! I am very happy with this!” Victor G.
“The Hammer XT is absolutely the most thought out and Best slingshot platform out there!” Eiron T.
“This is the slingshot I wanted as a kid and I am truly enjoying it!” Joseph W.
“Only problem now is now I need another one as my wife keeps taking mine off me to shoot! - she loves it too!” Reiner E.
“I had to give up my slingshot due to arthritis in my hand but now, thanks to the Hammer XT and it’s hammer grip I am not only able to continue but have improved. Thanks Simpleshot, it’s brilliant.” Andrew G.
