Spear & Jackson Traditional Stainless Steel Border Spade with 712mm Wooden Handle

Product Information

We use cookies and other technologies to allow us to remember you, improve our service and display relevant ads to you. The weatherproofed hardwood handles offer durability and appeal to those gardeners who prefer garden tools with a ‘traditional’ appearance. Its handle is made from beautiful FSC approved ash hardwood that has been split to form a traditional Y shaped handle for better gripping.

The net is then reheated and stretched both length ways and widthways (Biorientation) to make a lighter weight net. Manufactured from fully hardened, highly polished stainless steel for low friction digging and easy cleaning. The wooden shaft is one piece, split to form a comfortable wishbone handle, giving a smooth line from bottom to top. These good looking spades have certainly been manufactured to last - they outperform British Standard load tests by more than 50% and come with a lifetime guarantee against manufacturing defects.

Smaller than a traditional digging spade, it is perfect for working in smaller, more confined areas. Our range includes a variety of designs, including D-shaped handles for a two-handed grip that make the most demanding shovelling jobs a whole lot easier. Ergonomic D Handle: The intelligently designed D handle provides a comfortable grip, making lifting and maneuvering a breeze. The polymer is melted and forced through nozzles and cross strands then set at the joints as the material cools. The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products.

Some spades are designed for general digging and planting, while others are specialised for tasks such as edging, trenching, or transplanting.

After demonstrating correct digging technique we finish by explaining how to prolong the life of your spade with the right maintenance routine. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. Our professional-grade garden tool is meticulously designed and engineered to elevate your gardening experience. The head is made from carbon steel which is both strong and durable and has been epoxy coated for improved resistance to rust, scratches and alkaline in the soil.

This super-tough garden digging spade has been tested to a breaking strain of 90kg - that is 63% stronger than the British standard. The net is then cut diagonally in a spiral round the tube of net then when the net is laid out flat it can be pulled in to a square shape. First, we look at comfort and ease of use in relation to handle and blade materials, explaining the pros and cons of carbon steel, stainless steel, wood, fibreglass and plastic. When using a garden spade, it is important to use proper technique to avoid injury and to get the best results.Featuring an extended shank for improved strength, as well as having a larger tread edge for added comfort, this tool has quality guaranteed with it’s 15-year guarantee. With a weatherproofed wishbone handle, and a mirror polished stainless steel head, this ensures longevity of the product. The technical term for this type of net is Raschel which is a type of warp knitting in which parallel monofilaments are looped together in a zigzig pattern along the length of the net.

The tool head is made from mirror polished rust resistant stainless steel, ensuring the tool will remain in peak condition for years, while the double riveted head sockets provide additional strength and longevity. Wide comfort treads at the top of the blade prevent any discomfort for feet, allowing you to really dig deep, in even the most challenging soil. Most of our netting is made from high density polyethylene monofilament which is black and contains ultra-violet stabilisation additives to a level of 2% which gives a protection of 400kLy. The intensity of UV radiation is measured in kLy (kilo-Langley), a unit of which represents how much UV radiation energy falls on a cm2 per year.It is very important to take proper care of your garden tool so that it continues to perform at its peak. Whether you're a seasoned gardener, professional or avid gardener, this tool is your trusted companion in creating beautiful outdoor spaces. Our garden spades are durable and strong with steel blades that make even the toughest digging jobs a breeze. They can also be made of different materials, such as steel or fiberglass, to suit different preferences and needs.