100% American made. 14 ga steel blade, square point shovel. Extra thick American Ash D-grip handle Closed back, support rib for strength, extended length ferrule. Blade: 9-1/2 in x 12 in, handle: 31 in, tool length: 41-1/2 in. Welded I-beam construction prevents bending along ferrule. Closed back design prevents debris build-up. Commercial-grade. Extended steel ferrule increases strength. Wide forward step provides greater control. Extra wide comfort no-break D-grip with no-slip texture.