Wilkinson Sword Ultralight Digging Spade

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Plastic shafts can be very strong too but only if they are good quality polypropylene, and they are usually lighter than the other materials. Plastic won’t rust but will degrade over time though. Blade/head material If you work on areas that have a large vicinity of soil areas, then the garden spade is your best friend. So, the real question is, why should you NOT buy a garden spade? The best garden spades will make garden work a breeze, not only for professional gardeners but also if you like occasionally gardening. Our Choice: The Best Garden Spade

Also, a lightweight spade will be much more comfortable in the long run. Why Should You Buy a Garden Spade? It’s also hardwearing and comfortable, with a stainless-steel head and lightweight 1.8 kg design. There’s no join between the shaft and the handle, as it’s all made from the same piece of weatherproofed ash, meaning there are no weaker areas in the wood. They’re often lighter than digging spades, and may be easier for petite gardeners to use for prolonged periods.Consider an ash wood shaft for durability, a boron steel blade or better for general performance, and something akin to a forward tilting handle if ergonomics are important to you. If you value your hand strength and hand comfort – it should! This particular model is without a doubt one of the best out there in its price range, currently on sale for under 30 pounds, offering great quality and some innovative ideas. Despite its lower price, this garden spade has been made to very high standards and the first time I held it, and used it, I was impressed with the build quality and materials used in its construction. If you are a generally fit person with average body strength, the difference in weight between garden spade models shouldn’t bother you too much. One further note on handles, which is less about the material and more about the shape; make sure that the handle’s D-grip is wide enough for your hands. Some spades have wider handles than others, and if you have to squish your hands into too small a grip, it’s going to be uncomfortable.

Bulldog Digging Spade model 710772890 has an ergonomic forward angled head that is supposed to provide you with ease as well as efficiency while you dig out the soil. Moreover, the hilt has been forged so that it does not damage your boot’s sole while you are working. Bulldog Tools have been popular since 1780, so you can’t go wrong with this brand. The handle is made from FSC certified ash wood which further helps to make the tool durable and able to withstand harsh conditions. It has a 32 inches long capped Y shaped handle with an ideal grip. This is great if you want extra leverage or you are a tall person. However, depending on the type of gardening you want to do, you might have to start thinking carefully about what you actually need from a garden spade. Should you look for a carbon steel blade? What about a mirror polished stainless steel finish? One thing I will say though, is that the D-shaped handle was a little small for my liking and people with larger than normal hands might find it uncomfortable to use. Conversely, it would be great for gardeners with smaller mitts. On top of the shaft is the D-shaped handle constructed out of polypropylene, making it very hard wearing, just like the shaft. The top part of the handle has been given a soft rubber coating to help with grip and make the spade more comfortable in the hands which comes in handy for long digging sessions.The mirror polished stainless steel blade measures 23cm long and just 14.5cm wide, the narrow blade making it perfect for its designed purpose. The shaft of the Elements garden spade is made out of ash wood, which has been coated with a clear lacquer to make it resistant to the elements. It not only gives this spade a beautiful, traditional look, but also ensures that this is a very durable tool. However, it needs to be coated with some special material to make it weatherproof and corrosion and rust resistant.

This long standing expertise ensures that when you buy a Wilkinson Sword garden tool, you can be pretty sure it’s going to be well made and durable, and this garden spade is no exception.With a head made from carbon steel, instead of the standard stainless-steel construction, this Kent and Stowe Digging Spade is a particularly strong tool to use in the garden.