M D. 5 Light weight was a question the reviewer is asked, and in this case I gave 4 stars instead of 5 because when I hold them, they feel serious and sturdy, consequential....the perfect weight for a well-made piece of tool manufactured to perfection. Using them is so gratifying, you will feel motivated to help your garden and your plants flourish ! Important to keep clean of course. I like the weight, and though I have small hands compared to a European man, is perfect....strong.