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<blockquote data-quote="Philski" data-source="post: 36628" data-attributes="member: 1553"><p>I dont get much gear that works as well as the new ergonomic shovel from Fiskars. Its had 3-4 weeks of non stop abuse and is still in really good shape. Better than expected. The rubber around the lever point is a little tatty. But, Its incredibly well balanced. The shaft is triangular for strength and ergonomic to touch and features a rubber sleeve to minimise blisters and fatigue. you can seriously use it all day long. And they are available at bunnings for under $50. One of the key benefits in the goldfield is the ability to slice through roots with ease "compared to other shovels" and employ awesome leverage without a hint of ever breaking the handle or spade itself. In clays, gravels, humus and rock, </p><p></p><p>This shovel, goes off. </p><p></p><p>Its also light weight <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /> 1.9kg so great to carry long distances and use all day long</p><p></p><p>They also make a super light weight model (900 grams!) at a tad under $40. It features a riveted head and would make an ideal pack shovel with rivets removed and bolts added. I didnt feel it would be up to the job strength wise. But have not tested one in working conditions. </p><p></p><p><img src="http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/aa384/Philski1/131410-Ergonomic-Garden-Spade-pointed_zpsac7e10eb.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /></p><p>photo taken from Fiskars. </p><p></p><p>have a great day </p><p>Phillip</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Philski, post: 36628, member: 1553"] I dont get much gear that works as well as the new ergonomic shovel from Fiskars. Its had 3-4 weeks of non stop abuse and is still in really good shape. Better than expected. The rubber around the lever point is a little tatty. But, Its incredibly well balanced. The shaft is triangular for strength and ergonomic to touch and features a rubber sleeve to minimise blisters and fatigue. you can seriously use it all day long. And they are available at bunnings for under $50. One of the key benefits in the goldfield is the ability to slice through roots with ease "compared to other shovels" and employ awesome leverage without a hint of ever breaking the handle or spade itself. In clays, gravels, humus and rock, This shovel, goes off. Its also light weight :) 1.9kg so great to carry long distances and use all day long They also make a super light weight model (900 grams!) at a tad under $40. It features a riveted head and would make an ideal pack shovel with rivets removed and bolts added. I didnt feel it would be up to the job strength wise. But have not tested one in working conditions. [img]http://i1195.photobucket.com/albums/aa384/Philski1/131410-Ergonomic-Garden-Spade-pointed_zpsac7e10eb.jpg[/img] photo taken from Fiskars. have a great day Phillip [/QUOTE]
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