The Milwaukee 8lb Splitting Maul (36” Handle) is the Most Durable and provides the Ultimate Vibration Reduction. SECURESTRIKE™ delivers the Most Secure Handle Connection and is designed to keep heads from dislodging in aggressive jobsite applications. The Splitting Maul also has the Strongest Handle, featuring Steel-Reinforced Fiberglass to protect against overstrikes. Our SHOCKSHIELD ™ Handle delivers the Ultimate Vibration Reduction and reduces fatigue when striking wedges and splitting rounds. The handle is also tether-ready featuring a reinforced lanyard hole.