On first look, this is probably the strangest looking scoop you have ever seen. Once you know the story behind it's looks, it may just be the last ladle you ever buy.

Tired of the weak point between the handle and scoop on traditional ladles, an elderly Finnish tinkerer decided to take matters into his own hands to create a durable dipper that doesn't have a weak spot. This bizarre, three-piece, through-the-scoop design is the result.

With a cedar handle for comfort, and a copper shaft and scoop for strength and durability, this ladle doubles as both a workhorse, and a talking point.