The Ames Long Handle Floral Shovel is part of Ames" line of top-quality tools for gardeners. It has a 6-by-8-1/2-inch 16-gauge tempered steel blade for maximum durability, and the smaller head design makes it easier to use in gardens and tight spaces. The 42-inch handle is crafted from tough northern ash for strength. For 125 years, Ames has been dedicated to providing a level of quality and innovation that has established them as the industry"s foremost marketing-driven manufacturer of non-powered lawn and garden tools. With that kind of history, you can be confident that your Ames tools are rugged and dependable.