Council Tool Wildland Firefighting MCLEOD tool with a 48" handle.

Wildland Firefighting MCLEOD tool with a 48" handle. Produced in accordance with USDA Forest Service Specification 5100-353D, dated November 1992, or latest version thereof. Combination of a rake and a hoe used primarily for clearing brush and other surface debris and for digging in the soil to construct fire control lines on wildfires and controlled burns. Note: Our current production model contains a slight deviation from the MEDC-566 print. Our version of the ferrule is slightly different in several dimensions. It meets or exceeds all required tests and the overall length is the same. Made in USA. High carbon steel blade, formed and sharpened for digging and clawing. Heat Treated for toughness and wear resistance. Black enamel finish for rust resistance. Enhanced ferrule joint for strength and durability. 48" American ashe handle is strong and durable. Shipped knocked down, assembles in minutes.