The 4-1/2" Bent Hay & Alfalfa Fork Handle has a 1-7/16 inch diameter, bored 7/16 inch diameter, 4 inch deep, with an 8-inch plain ferrule. The handle is constructed from standard quality ash, medium weight, and finished in clear lacquer for strength and durability, so it will be ready to take on the toughest jobs. Its total length is 4-1/2 feet, and it has a slightly bent end to give you leverage. A dependable handle is one of the most important parts of any hardworking tool, and Hartwell is owned and managed by craftsmen with 5 generations of experience, so you can be confident in the quality design and production of their products.