Too true
Once upon a time something which needed hitting could be solved with a rock, or anything heavy really.
Now the hammer has to be a cool alloy subject to precise heat treatment with a sustainable-sourced particular wooden handle treated with unicorn sweat.
Next week, the hammer spec. will have changed - so do try to keep up.
A real engineer will use the tool they have to do a good job. Sod the fashion.
Yes, I am too old, and have just been to the pub :)