The total length is approximately 12.5 inch, including the handle, and it is 2.5 inch at its widest point. The slapping leather layer has the word PIG cut out of it. When you slap it onto the bare body, it makes a rosy impression of that word right on the skin. The impression paddle is made from high-quality Latigo leather with a rigid yet flexible skeleton. There is a loop of nylon cord attached to the end for hanging.