Spear and Jackson Elements Range Hand Trowel

The Spear and Jackson Elements Range Hand Trowel is an incredibly strong, robust, and well made hand tool that is built for heavy duty use in the most arduous conditions. It features a solid carbon steel head and shaft for superior strength and durability. The trowel head is heat treated and hardened for maximum resilience and is further enhanced with a hammer finish, powder coated head that is also epoxy coated to improve its resistance against rust, scratches, humidity, and alkalis in the soil. This essential tool is perfect for planting and weeding in borders, tubs, and pots. The trowel is fitted with a comfortable, five inch ash wooden handle that has been treated with a clear lacquer, making it durable, clear lacquered, and weatherproofed for increased hardiness. For convenient storage, it also includes a handy and durable leather wrist strap for carrying and hanging up after use. This product is categorized under Young and Established Plant (as a general gardening tool placeholder).

• Key Features and Specifications

This product is a Heavy Duty Hand Trowel from the Elements Range. It has a Solid carbon steel head and shaft that is Heat treated and hardened. The head is Epoxy coated with a Hammer finish, powder coat to resist rust, scratches, and alkalis in the soil. It features a Durable, clear lacquered, weatherproofed ash wood handle (five inches). It includes a Leather wrist strap for carrying and storage. It is an Essential planting and weeding tool.

• How to Use:

To Use the Trowel, Hold it firmly by its weatherproofed ash wooden handle. For Digging, Insert the carbon steel head into the soil to create small holes for planting seeds, bulbs, or small plants. For Weeding, Place the trowel's head under the weed and carefully uproot it from the soil. For Transplanting, Gently scoop up small plants and their roots to move them to a different location. Use in borders, tubs, and pots for general gardening tasks. For Timing, It is ideal for planting and transplanting during Spring, Summer, and Autumn, or for general maintenance any time the weather permits.

• Advantages and Disadvantages

A major advantage is its solid, heavy duty construction with a carbon steel head and shaft, making it suitable for tough soil conditions. The powder coated, epoxy treated head significantly improves resistance to rust and corrosion, ensuring long term durability. A minor drawback is that the heat treated and hardened carbon steel head has sharp edges, requiring the user to handle it with care to avoid injury. Users must also ensure they clean the trowel after use and hang it up to maintain its condition.

• Cautions

The trowel has a sharp, heat-treated, and hardened carbon steel head. Handle with care to avoid injury. Be mindful of using the trowel in extremely wet or frosty conditions as it may affect the soil and tool performance. Keep out of reach of children to prevent accidents. After use, clean the trowel to remove soil and moisture, then hang it up using the leather wrist strap to prevent rust and prolong its life.

• FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Q1: What is the main material of the trowel head?

A: The trowel head is made from heat treated and hardened carbon steel which is epoxy and powder coated.

Q2: Is the handle protected against the weather?

A: Yes, the ash wooden handle has been treated with a clear lacquer to make it durable, clear lacquered, and weatherproofed.