Narex Tack Lifter Upholstery Staple Remover with Beech Wood Handle Made by a small tool manufacturer in the Czech Republic Has a 5/16 (8 mm) diameter blade that flares to produce the tongue Tongue is ground and not stamped or molded The blade if made from carbon steel which is hardened and tempered Handle has a metal ferrule to withstand torque. Overall length is 8.