We're shopping for our first collecting tools and I noticed that brick hammers seem to be cheaper online and in shops than most masonry hammers. They have the same chisel end I think we would prefer.
Here's one from a local hardware store: http://www.menards.com/main/tools-hardware/hand-tools/hammers/tool-shop-reg-20-oz-brick-hammer/p-1444421212559-c-9143.htm
I know they're meant for softer material but so are the cheaper masonry hammers I think? Any reason not to go for it?