Q: How much prying force can this spade handle?
This transplant spade's resin-encased carbon-steel shaft withstands up to 180 lb of prying force at the end of the handle without breaking.
PG117 - Radius Root-Cutter Transplant Spade
When transplanting or dividing plants in dense, root-filled soil, this spade is a big help. It has a bevel-edged notch at the tip that cuts easily into hard-packed earth, and a row of sharp teeth along each side of the blade lets you saw through thick, tangled root fibers.
Its robust resin-encased carbon-steel shaft is capable of bearing 180 lb of prying force at the end of the handle without breakage. With a soft, textured coating for a comfortable grip, the large circular handle allows a greater range of natural hand positions to avoid wrist strain and offers four times the gripping surface of conventional shovel handles, so you can easily use both hands.
The 13" long carbon-steel head has an enamel coating to resist rust, with broad steps that are folded forward at comfortable angle, reducing the risk of foot slippage to help avoid ankle injuries. 44" overall; weighs 5 3/4 lb. A tough tool for a tough job.
This transplant spade's resin-encased carbon-steel shaft withstands up to 180 lb of prying force at the end of the handle without breaking.
Yes, sharp teeth run along each side of the blade to saw through thick, tangled root fibers as you dig.
It weighs 5 3/4 lb and measures 44" overall, substantial enough for serious digging without being too heavy to manage.
A root cutting spade like this one is built for transplanting or dividing plants in dense, root-filled soil, where the teeth on its blade saw through roots that would stop a standard spade.
| Materials | Carbon steel (head); resin-encased carbon steel (shaft) |
| Dimensions | 44" overall length; 13" head length |
| Weight | 2.6 kg (5 3/4 lb) |
| Capacity | Maximum 180 lb prying force (at handle end) |
| Includes | Transplant spade |
| Color/Finish | Enamel coating (head, rust-resistant) |
| Package Quantity | 1 item |
| Warranty | Lee Valley Satisfaction Guarantee |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead phosphate, which is known to the State of California to cause Cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov (opens in new tab).
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Radius Root-Cutter Transplant Spade
When transplanting or dividing plants in dense, root-filled soil, this spade is a big help. It has a bevel-edged notch at the tip that cuts easily into hard-packed earth, and a row of sharp teeth along each side of the blade lets you saw through thick, tangled root fibers.
Its robust resin-encased carbon-steel shaft is capable of bearing 180 lb of prying force at the end of the handle without breakage. With a soft, textured coating for a comfortable grip, the large circular handle allows a greater range of natural hand positions to avoid wrist strain and offers four times the gripping surface of conventional shovel handles, so you can easily use both hands.
The 13" long carbon-steel head has an enamel coating to resist rust, with broad steps that are folded forward at comfortable angle, reducing the risk of foot slippage to help avoid ankle injuries. 44" overall; weighs 5 3/4 lb. A tough tool for a tough job.
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