This thing was better than expected, I did sharpen it a bit, it worked as described and then some it has worked on small areas and some larger ones when we got more ambitious, My fellow gardner said it made weeding enjoyable. It is solidly made and feels strong and comfortable in your hand "I have a large womans hand" but my co-gardner who is much smaller than I finds it a comfortable feel as well. I will be sure to order again and will be buying these as gifts for my garden club.