Listen, anything like this that has the length it does would be much heavier if it was thicker.  The purpose of a shor horn is to assist the heel in getting into the shoe so it has to be able to have enough space to fit into the shoe and still allow the heel to slide in.  These do the trick.  This is the perfect size for adults 5' - 6'2" to slip into their shoes or sneakers from a stand up position. OR from a seated position with their legs outstretched.
Very convenient and a great aid for anyone especially if you have back issues, flexibility issues, or any issues of this nature. If I could use more than 3 ..I definitely would order again. We put one in the garage, to help sliding into sneakers or work shoes.  Great item.