The 19" hickory double bit cruiser handle that I got was stunning. The wood grain is some of the most beautiful I have ever seen, truly. The feel of the octagon is amazing and is cut very well. I have never used anything other than box store handles because I thought hickory was hickory. WRONG! If you are hanging something you are proud of I would definitely use a Hoffman Handle. I put my Norlund Trailblazer on it and it is a show stopper. I can't say enough good things. Its worth the small increase in price over store handles and turned my saddle cruiser into an heirloom piece.