This tool was designed using the gently arching fingers of the traditional rake. This sturdy three-tined rake has larger proportions, is longer, and acts like an extension of your hand. The natural finished Shagbark Hickory handle is 15″ long (overall tool length is 22″). The combination of strength, toughness, and hardness found in Hickory is found in no other commercial wood and is why it is prized as a great material for tool handles.