# FJNATINH Wooden Ladle with Long Handle, Handmade Soup Ladle for Cooking Kitchen Cookware Review
I picked up the FJNATINH Wooden Ladle with Long Handle, Handmade Soup Ladle for Cooking Kitchen Cookware from the kitchen cookware category because I was tired of plastic ladles that melt and metal ones that conduct heat into my hand. At $12.73, this handmade wooden ladle seemed worth testing out. After spending weeks using it regularly, I have solid opinions about what this tool does well and where it falls short.
The construction immediately caught my attention. The wood feels substantial in your hand, not flimsy or cheap. The long handle keeps your knuckles away from steam and hot broth, which matters when you’re standing over a pot for extended periods. The handmade quality shows in small details like the natural grain variation and the smooth finish. There are no splinters, no rough edges, and no chemical smell that some new kitchen items carry. The FJNATINH Wooden Ladle with Long Handle, Handmade Soup Ladle for Cooking Kitchen Cookware balances comfort with function