The Bahco P19-80 Heavy Duty Forestry Lopper have round aluminum handles for strength and durability. The handles have 6" black plastic cushion grips. The handles also have rubber bumpers. These rubber bumpers cushion the shock to your hands, wrists and arms. This will allow you to work longer with less fatigue. The center bolt is offset to work with the Bahco P19-80 lopper's short thick curved blade. This allows the P19-80 lopper to withstand extreme stress. These bypass loppers will slice through branches with a diameter of up to 2" in diameter. The Bahco P19-80 is 32" long and weighs 63 oz. The Bahco P19-80 are great for heavy work in general landscaping, trimming vines, trees, and shrubs.