Scottish spurtles originated in the Highlands of Scotland in the 15th century and have been used for breakfast cooking for hundreds of years. Turned Scottish spurtles are the ideal shape for stirring your favorite oatmeal. Made in Lancaster, Pennsylvania by craftsmen and woodworkers. Our spurtles and other wooden utensils are sanded smooth to make them comfortable to hold and easy to use and clean. Carved from locally sourced American Black Cherry from the Eastern United States. Lancaster spurtles include a handle in the shape of a thistle - the national flower of Scotland. Clean spurtle with warm soapy water and dry before storing. Maintain wood with food-safe mineral oil or cutting board wax for a lifetime of use in your kitchen. Made from a single piece of solid cherry hardwood and designed to be both light-weight yet strong enough to last a lifetime in your kitchen. Backed by our lifetime warranty. All of our handcrafted wooden spoons and spurtles are made by local craftsmen. We strive to keep our supply chain and partnerships as local as possible. Each turned scottish spurtle tells a small part of that story. Our kitchen utensils are made from black cherry - a hardwood that is native to the North Eastern United States. We use traditional American designs for all of our wooden spoons, making them lightweight and extremely durable for a long life in your kitchen. Our passion is to design cooking and serving utensils that enrich your life through time spent making delicious food, enjoying home-cooked meals, and building relationships around the dining table. All of our kitchenware products are designed and made in the USA and come with a Lifetime Guarantee.