Felix the handle will hold up. It is the same diameter used on the name brand scoop I copied. Supposedly the handle tends to float in an upright position.
Hoser, I did this one as a prototype so it is not stainless. When I do a stainless I have to borrow a tig welder to do it right. The size is 5.25 x 7 x 10, which is a little smaller than the original scoop. I had a picture of the original but don't know where it is. Rob