Predator Tool Model 31C Raptor

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Chris Johnson
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I have been mulling purchasing the Raptor digger for while now, mainly for use during the winter months when the soil is more moist. I ended up purchasing direct from Predator tools at a cost of around $112 shipped, and I believe this tool will dig cleaner plugs or slots than a typical serrated Lesche type digger, plus allow you to get under the plug or pry open a slot more easily due to its curved blade vs a straight blade. The supplied pouch is of good fit and quality, and the belt loop is large enough to accomodate the widest of belts.

It is also clearly less knife like than the Lesche or Deteknix diggers, something I am always conscious about when operating in more public areas.

I took the Raptor out for a run today, and it actually proved more handy and easier to use than my small Lesche shovel ( in appropriate areas). :)

http://www.predatortools.com/products/model-31-c-raptor

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Yes it much less Rambo but looks like you can still store ya jerky in the handle ;) :p

Recon its gonna slide through crab grass easier than slicing with the other blade / edge type digger? Will also save killing the grass if you can pry it rather than chop
 
AtomRat said:
Yes it much less Rambo but looks like you can still store ya jerky in the handle ;) :p

Recon its gonna slide through crab grass easier than slicing with the other blade / edge type digger? Will also save killing the grass if you can pry it rather than chop

I agree, the normal serrated lesch tends to rip at the grass at times, especially the tougher stuff. Much easier to pry up a slot or small flap with the larger surface area and blade of the Raptor. Will see how it goes.
 
The Raptor is a great small recovery tool, both for cutting and scooping out soil. The only downside is it's not stainless steel so make sure you keep it oiled as it will build up surface rust as the paint wears off.
 

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