Updated: Sep 23, 2024

Borderlands 3Handsome Jackhammer

Everyone thinks they are the hero of their own story.

Content
Base Game
Weapon Type
SMG
Rarity
Legendary
Manufacturer
Hyperion
Elements

Handsome JackhammerAll Details

Max DPS

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Handsome Jackhammer - About

The Legendary SMG Handsome Jackhammer is manufactured by Hyperion and comes from the Borderlands 3 Base Game.

Handsome Jackhammer - Unique Ability

Like a Tediore weapon the Handsome Jackhammer is thrown away with every Reload while a new clone digistructs in your hands.
The Reload Explosion deals Splash/Grenade Damage and benefits from more bullets in the thrown weapon's magazine.
A greater Magazine, Splash- and Grenade Damage all increase the Reload Damage of the Handsome Jackhammer.

When the Weapon is thrown:
Bounces 5 times on the spot while shooting in all directions.
Weapon triggers a large explosion on each bounce that deals [weapon element] Splash Damage.

Redirect Shield - Beige
‍Can reflect melee and projectile damage back at the attacker.

Handsome Jackhammer - Variants

Elements
Listed Projectiles
Shot Cost
Weapon Parts
variants
fixed parts
Anointment
possible
none
Splash Anoints
possible
none

Handsome Jackhammer - SMG Parts

Weapons usually get one part per group, but sometimes multiple or none. Numbers in the top-right indicate the range of parts a group can have.
Parts usually have equal drop chances, or it's indicated nearby.

Rail

Rail_1+15% Weapon Shield
Rail_2+5% Reload Speed
Rail_3+10% Mag Size
-10% Accuracy
-5% Damage

Scope^0-1

Scope_1_{2.6x Zoom}
Scope_2_{1.5x Zoom}
Scope_3_{2.2x Zoom}

Element^0-1

Fire^8.2%-20% Damage
Shock^8.2%-20% Damage
Corrosive^8.2%-20% Damage
Cryo^8.2%-15% Damage
Radiation^8.2%-25% Damage

Handsome Jackhammer - Changelog

Hotfix 01.21.2021:

Tediore Nerf: -50% Reload-Explosion Damage

Patch & Hotfix 06.11.2020:

Increased weapon damage

Handsome JackhammerHow to get it?

Base Game
General Farming Guidance

To collect and equip the Legendary Handsome Jackhammer, you need to own the BL3 Base Game.

Base Game Items in Borderlands 3 are often obtainable from many sources, including those in DLCs. Here’s your quick start guide:

Farming Preparations

Identify the Best Source: The Sources below are generally ranked from best to worst. Make sure to complete any required quests and be aware of Source^Restrictions.
Locate the Source: Make sure you have unlocked the Location.
Equip Your Character: Equip your character to easily overcome enemies.
Set Spawn Point: Locate the nearest Save Station to use as your spawn point.

Bonus Tips

Combine Runs: Get more loot per run by integrating nearby sources into your farming route.
Track Progress: Track your runs to more precisely predict drops and more clearly monitor progress. Additionally, time your runs to see how tweaks affect your farming efficiency.
Speed it up: Explore shortcuts and boost your movement speed to minimize travel time. Also, aim to shorten your time to kill with higher DPS or big damage bursts.
Realistic Expectations: Be patient and persistent when farming. Despite precise, verified drop rates, your actual runs might exceed or fall short of inferred expectations.