This Japenese weeder has become the essential weeder for gardeners. Strong but lightweight. Remarkably easy to use as a weeder in flower beds. It has become many gardeners indispensable tool. The blade is made from hardened steel. The wood handle has a plastic cap that includes a hanging loop so that the tool can be easily stored. This tool is made in Japan and as result is top quality. Overal ithe tools weighs less than 6 ozs. Thsi is the best weeder anywhere