This aluminum snow pusher has a heavy-gauge galvanized steel-braced socket, adding extra strength and stability. The seal-coated northern ash handles keep out moisture and decay. The lightweight aluminum blade has a textured, multiple-coat surface treatment to repel water, ice and snow. Steel wear-strips stiffen the aluminum and protect blade edges against coarse-surface wear. Extra-wide D-grip for maximum comfort with gloved hands. The quick-connect system allows for simple and secure handle attachment in just seconds.