The Woodman's Pal Premium tool differs from the Classic in that the Premium includes a leather grip and steel knuckleguard. Light-weight (24 oz.), compact (17" long), and superbly balanced, the Woodman's Pal Premium is an extension rather than a burden to your arm (it's no accident that its length approximates that of the human forearm from elbow to knuckle.) Never will you use a tool of higher quality with more comfort than the Woodman's Pal Premium! Special features of the Woodman's Pal Premium:

• Specially annealed, 1/8" thick, high carbon steel blade (hardened to Rockwell C47) will not crack or chip even in sub-zero temperatures.
• Concave axe blade is convex ground for extreme strength and offers superior edge holding capabilities. * Recommended for all around cutting and chopping of brush up to 3 inch diameter.
• Chisel sharp sickle hook slices through stubborn vines and briers, and removes unwanted sprout growth at ground level.
• Line of balance runs precisely from the grip through the sickle edge creating a natural momentum for efficient, accurate, and comfortable swinging motion.
• Resin bonded fluorocarbon coating prevents corrosion.
• Safety toe extending one inch up the axe side of the tool reduces risk of deflective injuries.
• Leather grip.
• Steel knuckleguard

Made of American materials, designed and crafted by American workers in Pennsylvania, the Woodman's Pal machete is a 100% USA product that provides a lifetime of service. Use the Woodman's Pal Premium for all outdoor jobs that call for an axe or machete- you get the powerful cutting performance of both in just one tool!