Wilkinson Sword Ultralight Digging Spade

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Why not? No matter what your garden spade is made of, it’s likely to be one of your most reliable and most versatile gardening solutions you have available. Most seasoned gardeners will tell you that a spade is a gardening tool that comes in handy for more garden tasks and jobs than most. We’re not here to make things confusing! However, if you want a garden spade that’s going to make your life easier, and which is really going to stand the test of time, then you’re going to need to know what to look for and what to narrow down. This digging spade measures 102cm long and weighs 2.18kg. A big reason the weight is on the lower side for garden spades is that the shaft and handle are made out of polypropylene, a very hard wearing and strong plastic, which is lighter than both steel and wood. One thing that isn’t small or compact is the tread on top of the blade. This is actually comparatively large and makes using your foot for extra leverage or power much easier. Faithfull has put into the market a very sturdy and resilient digging spade that will help you turn over the soil, remove those annoying weeds as well as help you plant new seeds! All this can be done with less hassle when you use the Digging Treaded Spade.

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. Some people confuse shovels and spades, or simply count them in the same category, but while they appear similar and share some characteristics, they are used differently. For example, a shovel is more suited to lifting and shifting soil and other such materials. They can be used to dig into the ground, but I would only do so with very soft terrains unless the shovel was a very heavy duty model. 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? This carbon steel garden spade has a Suregrip handle that is engineered with a forward tilt. From research, this tilt has been found to be the ideal digging angle, so you will be less likely to experience pains in your wrists and hands.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. I found this blade did a great job of breaking hard soil and slicing up decent sized roots and at just over 2kg, the spade is not heavy and can be wielded by pretty much anyone able bodied. They’re often lighter than digging spades, and may be easier for petite gardeners to use for prolonged periods. Weight it worth buying special attention to because it can be especially hard to bear in mind when shopping online. Kent & Stowe have brought us this excellent, compact garden spade that is ideal for people with smaller builds, whether it is the elderly, children, or women, or just for someone looking for a lightweight spade for certain specific tasks.

Spades on the other hand have a flatter and sharper blade that makes them perfect for digging straight down into the ground and digging edges around your lawn. Spades usually have a larger ‘step’ on top of the blade so that you can use your foot to help break the surface you are digging into. 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.This Wilkinson Sword Digging Spade isn’t just aesthetically pleasing, even though the traditional wooden handle does make it a visually-appealing addition to the shed.

We included Roamwild Multi-Digger in our top 10 Garden spades because of its exceptional blade that has been designed precisely to cut through the soil easily and without much exertion. The blade is sharp, has a root-cutting edge and large footplates so you can use your entire strength. In fact, this is a relatively petite spade overall, not just in terms of the handle but also in terms of length as it measures 96 cm long in total. The pointed blade is solid forged, sharp and strong enough to cut through garden roots. You can work for long hours with this spade because it is a good length and has strong footplates (treads), so you won’t get as many aches or pains. With the ergonomic handle, too, you can forget the pains of gardening.

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Even if you are strong enough to wield a heavier garden spade with no bother, you still might benefit from a lightweight model if you are going to be doing long digging sessions as it’ll cut down on fatigue. Shaft Materials 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. Wilkinson Sword are confident in the build quality of their products and this garden spade comes with a 10 year guarantee. While the quality didn’t jump out at me as vastly superior to any other of our reviewed garden spades, it certainly wasn’t inferior in any way, and I would be happy to have it sitting in my tool shed. The main materials used for garden spade shafts are wood (commonly ash wood, although hardwood is used sometimes too), steel, and plastic (usually polypropylene). Moreover, the handle is made from ash wood which is known for its durability. In addition to having a longer life span, it is lightweight, which will make carrying the spade anywhere you want trouble-free. It is aesthetically pleasing and also is superb in absorbing any sort of wood stains.

Regardless of the handle material you go for, you should wear gardening gloves to avoid blisters. Features That Indicate QualityMoreover, it has flat treads and a wooden cross dowel, increasing your comfort while using this spade. In addition to all these amazing features, you get a 5-year guarantee! You might also be interested in our guides on the best long reach hedge trimmers and the best cordless strimmers. It is also much lighter, weighing in at just over a kilo, so it’s a great tool for getting your kids to help you around the garden and away from their mobile phones or tablets for 30 minutes. At only a kilogram, they have no excuses not to give you a hand. If you suffer from poor had grip or arthritis, a thin metal handle may not be for you, and you may prefer a larger rubber overmould handle. Edge: Whenever I hit a particularly large or strong root, the strength and sturdiness of this garden spade allowed me to confidently jump up and use my body weight on the top of the blade to get the power I needed to break through them.