Great little hatchet. I gotta mention the hollow plastic handle, i was skeptical. Did a little bit of everything that can be done with this tool. The verdict, not a dan thing wrong with sturdiness and durability concerning the handle or the edge. One opportunity to improve. The weight is off, too much swing. This is a concern even for experienced folks. The swinging weight could carry right on through and even out of hand. The possibilities for a bad day..... Not gonna elaborate beyond that. I shaped a scrap piece of oak that fits perfectly with a little epoxy resin. I gotta wrap the handle with an old cut up leather belt. Fill out the handle a little more. Not as much work as it sounds and well worth it. opine, Top notch utility tool that will last, I'll let you know if it dont. Great Day

What a nice, well balanced package. The handle was at first a concern (its hollow!) but after trying to break it with some serious use I failed. The blade holds an edge well and supports a narrower angle sharper edge. Good piece if steel for the price