They don't make 'em like they used to....except for this sweeping brush. This is the sweeper that you remember from your grandfather, with tough bristles placed on a sturdy, heavy, hardwood block. Exactly what I was looking for at a good price too. Bristles do a nice job sweeping concrete floors and sidewalks, gathering up dirt, sand and debris. I even used it to push water on a hosed-down garage floor and it held up well....but takes time to dry out. Highly recommend.