Sea To Summit Pocket Trowel Handle collapses to fit inside the shovel blade; to open push handle to full size and lock into place with a spring-loaded button lock. Approximate length at full size 9.75 inches; collapsed length 5.5 inches Made of a super-strong, ultra light 6066 - T6 aluminum alloy A handy hollow handle for storing useful items like toilet tissue, hand sanitizer or lighter Handle has a comfortable, full-size grip for easier and more efficient digging Comes with its own stuff sack