Large tufts of stiff fibers staple set into rugged bLocks. Ideal for heavy construction and industrial jobs, road crews, landscapers, roofers, foundries, farm use. Extra thick kiln dried hardwood bLocks, two tapered holes. Natural fibers or plastic fibers. Don't be in doubt about where your brushes were made. Hoge street brooms are made in Ohio. Same brooms that we have been making here for almost 70 years. Why mess with success?