Some reviewers have stated that the handle is plastic. So is there some truth to this?
1822451
The handle is made of plastic and metal. The black parts are plastic, but it's really heavy duty material, better than what they make cars out of.
1822452
The areas where it is black on the handle and on the sheath are a hardened plastic, so it will stand up to a lot.
1822453
It's a die cast metal and plastic handle like handle.... but not cheap... Its very nice though. Doesn't look cheap at least mine doesn't. Very charp.. but its a metal plastic mixed.
100449
Lilian, yes this one is all plastic. I love it, it's very sturdy, comfortable in the hand and the brush is nice and stiff so you get a good scrubbing with it!
750903
Yes the one I bought was stainless steel. The handle has a plastic caosting
617622
Yes that is why I bought it...no plastic handles to worry about. I braise my meat on the top of the stove and finish it in the oven at 350 to 400.
611724
I purchased mine last spring and the handle was made of both metal and plastic. The piece you grip is plastic while the sides that go to the tool are metal. It also rotates easily around the tool which I thought would be a problem but it actually was really convenient I thought. I wouldn't hesitate to buy it again for the price, especially compared to name brand electric jackhammers. I've used it to rip up a basement floor, patio, and sidewalk. All with no issues. Sorry this is more info, I've just been really pleased with this tool.
1069296
no the handle isn't metal and its hollow on the inside made of some sort of plastic its not a product for a serious collector but none the less it delivers as promised and is fairly durable and trustworthy
1086496
the handle is ABS plastic. very durable but a little narrow for my big hand.
933044
Yes, the handle is plastic. The handle turns to the off & on position so smoothly I don't feel it will break unless you make the effort to do so. If it where to break I would guess it would fail in the area where the handle is screwed on to the valve.
611723
It is a metal handle with a plastic grip this item worked great for me as a homeowner. I busted up a side walk about 30' long and my son has used it several times without problems-- just make sure the oil level is kept up it seems to use oil. For the price it is well worth it and paid for itself
560166
The handle is black plastic or same material as the black top you see in the picture.
2278387
the black end of the handle is a hard plastic, but is it molded and very durable. don't foresee any issues there.
1986047
The handle is plastic. Haven't dropped it off my picker yet, but I have a feeling it would shatter. Hope this helps...
112460
It is coated with rubber so is not really possible to see entire handle, but what of the handle you can see, looks like plastic. I can tell you my husband loves the one I got him for Christmas.
2278385
The handle is a very hard durable plastic. One that doesn't tear up your hands.
933043
Yes, the handle is plastic but it is a very sturdy piece. I have no problems with the valve and highly recommend it.
1227193
The handle is aluminum. There are some other plastic parts, but they are durable. I have used one on my wood floors for a year.
1109233
The handle is plastic, but the crank arm is metal. The retaining mechanism for the grinding wheels have some plastic components, but overall are of excellent quality. If you are worried about wear and tear, there are some inexpensive replacement parts on offer from the manufacturer.