This scraper is perfect for finishing convex and flat bottomed forms. Made from high speed steel and then properly hardened and tempered. It will keep a sharpened edge about six times longer than carbon steel and resist "blued" softening from overheating during grinding or from heavy turning. Comes with hard White Ash handles and solid brass ferrule. Width 1 inch, Blade length 6-1/2 inch, Handle length 12 inch, Total length 18-1/2 inch