Dwarvish mattocks are effective weapons; much more so than pick-axes. They however have some drawbacks — mattocks are not only heavier than pick-axes, but require two hands to wield as well. Furthermore, their -1 to-hit "bonus" can make them difficult to hit enemies with. Dwarves (the monster) are occasionally generated with a mattock. When unidentified, a mattock appears as a broad pick. The mattock, besides being two-handed, heavier, and a superior weapon, has the same advantages and drawbacks as pick-axe, namely: Dwarvish mattocks are classified as weapons, not tools.