Pickaxe Fiskars 1001733

The Pickaxe Fiskars 1001733 combines a durable carbon steel head with a lightweight fiberglass handle to deliver a balance of strength and user comfort. Designed for breaking up hard soil, compacted ground and small rocks, this pickaxe follows a classic form factor with materials chosen for longevity and regular outdoor use. The head geometry and handle length work together to provide confident strikes while reducing user fatigue compared with all-steel designs.

Advantages

The carbon steel head offers high hardness and wear resistance for repeated impacts, while the fiberglass handle reduces overall tool weight and provides vibration damping. The connection between head and handle is engineered to maintain secure fit during heavy-duty use, and the handle’s ergonomic profile improves grip control in varied working conditions. Corrosion-resistant finishes on metal parts and weather-stable handle materials extend service life when stored and used outdoors.

Suitable for

• Breaking up hard or compacted garden soil
• Removing small to medium-sized rocks and roots
• Ground preparation for landscaping and construction tasks
• Clearing frozen or clay-rich earth

Key specifications

• Head material: carbon steel for impact resistance
• Handle material: fiberglass for reduced weight and vibration damping
• Design: classic pickaxe geometry suitable for striking and prying
• Intended use: manual breaking and prying of soil and small rocks
• Durability features: wear-resistant head surface and weather-stable handle

How to use

Position the pickaxe so the striking face contacts the target surface at a slight angle, then swing using controlled motion from the shoulders and hips rather than only the arms to maximize force and reduce fatigue. Use the pointed end to pierce compacted soil or pry around embedded stones and the bladed end to chop through roots or loosen soil. Maintain a steady stance and clear the work area of bystanders before swinging. After use, clean dirt from the head and inspect the handle-to-head joint for secure attachment.

Usage recommendations

For safe and effective operation, wear protective gloves, eye protection and sturdy footwear. Store the pickaxe in a dry place to prevent corrosion and check the head attachment periodically. Do not use the tool on excessively hard materials beyond its intended manual scope, such as reinforced concrete or large boulders.