Picard makes the heads of their Stone Sledgehammers using a high-quality hardened and tempered steel. This 9-pound head features two faces — one slightly-domed, ground square face, and one sharp-ground splitting edge. Picard equips this hammer with an 28-inch long wooden handle.These unique sledgehammers are ideal for working with natural stone. Use them to split stone, pavers, and block with a higher degree of accuracy. They are also extremely useful for demolition work.The experts at Picard have over 150 years of experience in crafting the finest quality striking tools. The quality of their products reflects this experience. Picard makes these sledgehammers to withstand even your toughest hardscaping jobs.