The aluminum garden rake features 14 hardened steel tines that rip through tough soil and hardened dirt clods when you're loosening soil for planting, leveling soil or doing a little light weeding. It is also a great choice for ripping dead, brown patches of grass out of your lawn for reseeding. The strong aluminum handle provides excellent durability, while reducing weight for easy use. Plus, a teardrop shaped shaft is enhanced with a Softgrip? handle and a mid grip for exceptional comfort and control.