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Posted: 2/8/2016 11:33:22 AM EDT
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What is the "shovel" for?
Do you really need a shovel or do you need a spade? If this is for a vehicle, then you probably want a very general use digging tool with emphasis on digging your tires out of sand or mud. Each type of shovel or spade is designed with a specific use in mind. You probably do need a shovel, not a spade. You probably need a long straight handle, Not a short handle with "T" or "D" grip. You might want something like this: Bully Tools 82515 http://www.amazon.com/Bully-Tools-82515-14-Gauge-Fiberglass/dp/B002YOTA7E If my assumption about intended use is incorrect, then this might not be the digging tool for you. |
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Posted: 2/8/2016 4:52:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: What is the "shovel" for? Do you really need a shovel or do you need a spade? If this is for a vehicle, then you probably want a very general use digging tool with emphasis on digging your tires out of sand or mud. Each type of shovel or spade is designed with a specific use in mind. You probably do need a shovel, not a spade. You probably need a long straight handle, Not a short handle with "T" or "D" grip. You might want something like this: Bully Tools 82515 http://www.amazon.com/Bully-Tools-82515-14-Gauge-Fiberglass/dp/B002YOTA7E If my assumption about intended use is incorrect, then this might not be the digging tool for you. Thanks, but why would I not need a D or T handle? It is for offroad use, getting unstuck and all. |
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Posted: 2/8/2016 7:24:35 PM EDT
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I bought this & it's matching square
point at HF. I have heard people poo poo the the sub sized tools, but they fit well behind my Wrangler's rear seat on the shelf. I suppose I will buy another set for my Pioneer 1000. John Shovel |
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Posted: 2/9/2016 12:08:34 AM EDT
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A long-handled shovel makes digging much easier. Naturally shorter handles store easier. I've used a cold steel shovel to dig my jeep out on several occasions. A small shovel is way better than no shovel.
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Posted: 2/9/2016 1:05:21 PM EDT
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I bought a smaller Stanley D-handle a couple of years ago. Keep it behind the back seat in the truck and it's served me well. Seems to be well made and should survive what I use it for.
But I think Stanley has since gotten out of yard tools since I can't find it on their website. I got it at Academy and they sell a similar shovel. I suspect the company bought the rights from Stanley. Grip-On shovel 
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Posted: 2/9/2016 4:28:23 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: A long-handled shovel makes digging much easier. Naturally shorter handles store easier. I've used a cold steel shovel to dig my jeep out on several occasions. A small shovel is way better than no shovel. |
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Posted: 2/9/2016 6:40:55 PM EDT
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Thanks, but why would I not need a D or T handle? It is for offroad use, getting unstuck and all. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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You probably do need a shovel, not a spade. You probably need a long straight handle, Not a short handle with "T" or "D" grip. You might want something like this: Bully Tools 82515 http://www.amazon.com/Bully-Tools-82515-14-Gauge-Fiberglass/dp/B002YOTA7E Thanks, but why would I not need a D or T handle? It is for offroad use, getting unstuck and all. For digging loose the dirt in steep, deep holes (like post holes) or trenching you would want a short D handle with a long blade in a more or less straight line with the handle. For moving dirt or mud around tires to the side to get un-stuck, such a tool will kill your back. For that job a shovel with a straight long handle and the blade cocked up at about a 20 to 30 degree angle to the handle will make the job much easier and avoid back injury. |
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Posted: 2/11/2016 10:49:46 PM EDT
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Thanks, but why would I not need a D or T handle? It is for offroad use, getting unstuck and all. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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What is the "shovel" for? Do you really need a shovel or do you need a spade? If this is for a vehicle, then you probably want a very general use digging tool with emphasis on digging your tires out of sand or mud. Each type of shovel or spade is designed with a specific use in mind. You probably do need a shovel, not a spade. You probably need a long straight handle, Not a short handle with "T" or "D" grip. You might want something like this: Bully Tools 82515 http://www.amazon.com/Bully-Tools-82515-14-Gauge-Fiberglass/dp/B002YOTA7E If my assumption about intended use is incorrect, then this might not be the digging tool for you. Thanks, but why would I not need a D or T handle? It is for offroad use, getting unstuck and all. I always keep a small shovel in the truck, but if I'm going somewhere I know that I will be or might be digging, I throw a long straight handle in the back. You can dig a lot faster, deeper and reach a lot further under your vehicle with the long straight handle. The D or T handle shovels are easier to store and work if you're down on the ground (Knees) or in confined spaces (Fox Hole), that's about it. |
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Posted: 2/11/2016 10:56:30 PM EDT
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I don't think cold steel makes them anymore. I can't find them on their website. Quote HistoryQuoted:
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A long-handled shovel makes digging much easier. Naturally shorter handles store easier. I've used a cold steel shovel to dig my jeep out on several occasions. A small shovel is way better than no shovel. Found it, for $36.98, w/sheath. http://www.coldsteel.com/Product/92SFSZ/Special_Forces_Shovel_w_Sheath.aspx |
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Posted: 2/15/2016 9:01:09 PM EDT
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I have both of the top 2 "Fiskars shovels" when you search that at Amazon. The straight handle is metal and the D handle is nice and wide. About $30 shipped with Prime.
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Posted: 2/17/2016 4:06:49 PM EDT
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I ended up getting mine from Home Depot. It was a heavy duty, contractor version that wasn't too expensive. I keep it under the rear seat in my F-150 4x4.
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