Shovel/trowel AWTools AW00065, weight 1.8 kg

AWTools AW00065 shovel/trowel, weight 1.8 kg, is a compact digging and scooping tool designed for garden and light construction tasks. Constructed from high-quality hardened steel with a powder-coated finish and a wooden, smoothly ground shaft riveted through, this shovel combines durability with a comfortable grip. The wide head with upward-bent edges prevents material from spilling while moving sand, gravel, soil, rubble, coal, or snow. The tool is manufactured in Poland and balances strength and maneuverability for routine planting, soil handling, and small excavation jobs.

Advantages

The hardened steel blade offers resistance to wear and deformation during repetitive digging and scooping. A powder-coated finish improves corrosion resistance and simplifies cleaning after use. The wide head and raised edges retain loose material during transport, reducing the need to readjust loads. The wooden handle, smoothly ground and riveted through the blade, provides a secure, vibration-dampening grip and reliable connection between head and shaft. At 1.8 kg, the shovel provides sufficient mass for effective soil penetration while remaining easy to control for extended use.

Suitable for

• Digging planting holes and moving garden soil
• Scooping and transporting sand, gravel, or rubble
• Clearing and moving coal or bulk fuel
• Light snow removal and seasonal maintenance
• Small landscaping and maintenance tasks around home and yard

Key specifications

• Weight: 1.8 kg
• Blade material: hardened steel
• Finish: powder-coated
• Head design: wide blade with upward-bent edges
• Handle: wooden, smoothly ground, riveted through
• Made in: Poland

How to use

Hold the wooden shaft with both hands, placing one hand near the top and the other closer to the blade for leverage. Position the wide head at the desired digging or scooping point, then apply downward force and push forward to penetrate soil or lift loose material. Use the raised edges to retain the load when transporting material to a new location. For compacted ground, apply steady pressure and, if necessary, rock the blade slightly to loosen soil before lifting. After use, clean off soil and debris and store the tool in a dry place to preserve the powder-coated finish and wooden handle.

Usage recommendations

For best results, use the AWTools AW00065 for dry or moderately compacted materials rather than heavy, wet clay. Regularly inspect the riveted joint and wooden shaft for signs of wear or loosening, and keep the powder-coated blade free of prolonged moisture to minimize corrosion risk.