This Westward Taping Knife is the perfect tool for spreading and smoothing out putty, spackling, and drywall compound. The taping knife has a 9 1/4 in. overall length with a 3 in. blade length. The blade is made of blue steel, which is flexible and will not crack or warp under pressure. This handle design is soft grip to reduce hand fatigue during use. It also has a 6 1/8 in. handle length, making it easy to work with this tool for long periods of time without experiencing discomfort or pain in your hands or wrists. When you need to apply materials evenly on surfaces such as walls and ceilings, this Westward Taping Knife will be the best choice for the job.