Ideal for breaking up rocky surfaces such as gravel and hardened, dried earth (pick end) or for use as a hoe when digging in tough soil (mattock end). Shock Control System absorbs strike shock and vibration to reduce the punishment your body takes, transferring 2 times less shock and vibration than wood handles. Insulation sleeve captures initial strike shock before it can reach your hand. Dual layer handle features a specially formulated combination of insulating materials to dampen lingering vibration and a steel reinforcement sleeve to help protect against overstrike damage. Inseparable riveted head will not slide down of snap off, even when swinging with maximum force. Handle flare keeps the tool firmly inhand when swinging. SoftGrip handle features a sculpted profile to fit the natural shape of your hand. Strategic handletexturing features large dimples where fingers rest for maximum grip and small dimples where the palm rests to help prevent blisters. Forged, heat treated steel is finished with a rust resistant coating. Tested to exceed ISO and international standards for striking tool durability.