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The Badger's handle is hickory selected for impact resistance and flex under prying loads. The wood grain provides better grip than smooth plastic or metal handles when your hands are dusty or wet, reducing hand fatigue during multi-hour crevicing sessions. Hickory is a traditional prospecting-pick material because it balances strength with enough flex to prevent the handle from snapping under sudden side loads. The 24-inch length keeps the tool compact for backpack carry while providing sufficient leverage for prying loose material from bedrock fractures and hardpan layers.
