Long Handle Taping Knife: The 18 In. long contoured hardwood handle allows a longer reach than the standard drywall taping knife. The ergonomic design reduces user fatigue and improves overall performance. The 10 In. wide blade is made of quality blue spring steel blade that wears longer and maintains its flexibility year after year. The 10 In. wide blade has a ridgeless aluminum mounting and is firmly attached with cutlery rivets. User Information: Designed for hard to reach locations. Use as needed to achieve desired finish. Start with narrower width taping knives on initial joint compound applications and move progressively to wider blades for the second and third joint compound applications. Tools and Hardware