The adze shaft is perhaps the most important structural component of an implement traditionally used by the Oraons who inhabit the Jharkhand area. The adze is a very versatile wooden tool: it is primarily used for shaping, clearing undergrowth, and very rarely for agricultural work. The shaft upholds the working efficiency and functionality of such an adze during its use. It can be defined as long and cylindrical, giving a firm grip and easy use. The other end is tapered for easy insertion into the hole of the blade. This design provides a firm connection of the blade to the shaft, at the angle most useful for the work the tool is intended for. Angling formed at the meeting point of the shaft and blade helps the hand in generating powerful cutting or shaping movements.
The ridges carved on the wider end serve both a decorative and protective purpose. They enhance grip for the user by preventing slipping during prolonged handling in fieldwork or in woodworking activities. This ridged feature indeed helps the Oraons, who are using the tools in their daily lives. The adze shaft symbolizes the skill of the Oraon tribe and shows their great understanding of what materials and design techniques work for tool-making. This tool remains central to the sustenance of their agricultural and artisanal activities.