glenn t
i've broken plenty of both.it depends on the thickness

Bricky Local 9 PA
ace hardwares fiberglass handles are guaranteed...if you break it take it back

Grain And Grit
Most professionals will tend to go with a fiberglass or polymer handle for long handle tools. Union tools - Razor Back series, available at many professional landscape supply companies like John Deere Landscapes offers a lifetime warranty. If it breaks, just bring it back and get a new one.