The Staple Stick prevents the user from dropping staples, or, if the staples are not hit square, from flying off into the road or into the user’s face. Approximately two loaded staple sticks will service a standard distribution pole. Diameter of hole to hand stick: 1/2″. Overall dimensions of stick: 7/8″ x 14 1/4″. Sold each. Options: CAT. NO. SS2000- Holds 12 staples 1/8″ X 7/8″. CAT. NO. SS2001- Holds 10 staples 1/8″ X 1″.