U.J. Ramelson has been manufacturing premium American hand tools since 1937. Forged by hand with only the best high carbon steel, these tools are heat treated and tempered by expert craftsmen, then polished and sharpened to perfection. Etch sharp lines and craft fantastic art on zinc and copper plates, or glass with U.J. Ramelson drypoint tools and etching needles.Drypoint Needle: A tough 2 1/2 in. needle on a 5 in. ergonomic wooden shaft, sharpened to a fine point for accurate work Fine Stylus: A 3/8 in. long and sturdy needle on a 7 in. wooden shaft, sharpened to a fine point for detailed work Medium Stylus: A strong 1/4 in. long needle on a 7 in. wooden shaft, sharpened to a medium point; a perfect overall etching tool Square: A solid 1/4 in. nee dle on an 8 in. wooden shaft, tapered to a square for bold strokes