Rounded heel shapes the blade so that the mortar is carried a little further forward on the blade. Blade tempered, ground and polished. Hardwood handle with steel ferrule securely attached. Wide London pattern trowels are designed for laying brick or block. Blade is wider at the heel than regular London pattern trowels. Forged from a single piece of high-grade tool steel. Impact area is stronger to provide extra endurance. Blade is taper ground and polished. Handle rise is set for the correct hang and balance. Wood handle securely attached.