# Expandable Safari Tools The 'Rhino Hammer' Set Uses the Animal's Face As The Mallet By M | Published 2016-08-25 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hammer-set References: [dudeiwantthat](http://www.dudeiwantthat.com/household/tools/the-rhino-hammer.asp) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1538570791/rhino-hammer) The 'Rhino Hammer' set offers a modern the [traditional toolbox accessory](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinkr-toolkit) that often doesn't see much innovation to the design by transforming the mallet into the shape of a rhino's face. When not in use, the hammer conveniently compresses down into a sitting rhino desk weight that can be kept around the home until a job comes up. The hammer is creatively expandable in shape, allowing consumers to adjust the size into a [fully fledge tool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hatchblade) when it is needed. The mallet is thick and wide like the head of a rhino, allowing for a much wide surface space to hammer nails into place. The larger space gives users [much more control and power](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fixbuddy-ratchet) when they swing the tool. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Animal-inspired Tools:** Opportunity for companies to create innovative and visually appealing tools inspired by animals, increasing customer interest and potential for brand differentiation. - **Expandable Tools:** Opportunity for companies to create expandable tools which reduce the amount of space needed for storage, making them more convenient for customers to keep at home or on-the-go. - **Alternative Tool Shapes:** Opportunity for companies to create tools in alternative shapes to increase functionality and control, while also making them more appealing and unique for consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Home Improvement Tools:** Home improvement retailers can utilize animal-inspired, expandable, or alternative-shaped tools as a way to stand out against competitors and appeal to a wider range of customers. - **Office Supplies:** Office supply companies can create expandable desk accessories which can be easily stored on a desk, while also serving as functional tools catering to the needs of handy customers in the office. - **Outdoor Tools:** Outdoor and camping supply companies can market expandable and animal-inspired tools for camping and outdoor activities, appealing to customers looking for unique, multipurpose, and space-saving tools for their travels. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Design-Conscious Tool Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoto-tools-hand-tool-set.md) - [Minimalist Urbanite Tool Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hand-tool-kit.md) - [Connected Multitool Key Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rhinokey-smart.md) - [Innovative Camping Multi-tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camping-multitools.md) - [Modern Ergonomic Toolboxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-toolbox-workstation.md) - [All-in-One Screwdriver Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screwdriverking.md) - [Customizable Compact Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-compact-multitool.md) - [Rapidly Retractable Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retractable-multitool.md) - [Durable Outdoor Camping Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outdoor-camping-multitool.md)