Hi Patrick

Sir Bat has said to me that the width is about 19 inches.
Width claims do vary - from blade tip to tip; and from inner base diameter.
Generally, manufacturers chose the larger number.

If the Vi-Cat is cast into the base then this is a cloned copy with modification.
Sir Bat says the logo is cast as part of the base ...

The rubber handles are, I believe, hard plastic.
They are certainly add-ons to the A-V design. I think they
originate with Victa - but I am not sure.

It's an interesting case isn't it? laugh

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Jack