18" Original Greek Fraternity/Sorority Paddle Traditional Style A (Maple) SOLID MAPLE WOOD that is sturdy, yet lightweight SANDED DOWN & UNFINISHED ready for paints or stains READY-TO-HANG KEYHOLE located on the upper back of the paddle BEVELED EDGES for a classic traditional look FINE TEXTURE & VERY LITTLE GRAINS recommended for painting vivid colors as maple has less distinctive grains than our oak wood