Our Heavy Duty Dust Mop Handle features lacquered hardwood that 1-1/8 diameter by 60 long. The width of the handle not only makes it a stronger more durable handle but it makes it more comfortable to grip. This might not seem like much but to a maintenance person that spends a lot of time using a dust mop it ergonomics are very important. The hardware is made with heavy 12 gauge steel rather than lightweight metal.