Pitchfork Fiskars 250, 4-tine garden/pitch fork, steel tines, wooden handle

The Fiskars 250 4-tine pitchfork is a compact garden and farm tool with four steel tines and a wooden handle. It is intended for tasks such as turning compost, moving hay or mulch, lifting soil and removing roots. The design balances strength and control to support repetitive manual tasks in small to medium-sized gardens and light agricultural use.

Advantages

The four steel tines provide reliable penetration and holding capacity while resisting bending under normal garden loads. A wooden handle offers tactile feedback and comfortable grip for extended use, and the overall compact length gives improved control in confined spaces. The simple construction makes the tool easy to maintain and suitable for seasonal storage.

Suitable for

• Turning and aerating compost piles
• Moving and spreading hay, straw or mulch
• Lifting and moving soil, roots or plant debris
• Light-duty farm and garden tasks in small plots or raised beds

Key specifications

• Number of tines: 4
• Tine material: steel
• Handle material: wood
• Tool type: garden/pitch fork for manual use
• Typical applications: compost management, mulch handling, soil lifting

How to use

Use the Fiskars 250 pitchfork by inserting the tines into the material to be moved, then lever the handle to lift or turn. For compost turning, insert the tines near the base of the pile and pull upward and back to mix layers. When lifting hay or mulch, gather a stable load on the tines before transporting to the target area. Keep a firm two-handed grip on the handle and use your legs rather than your back when lifting heavier loads.

Usage recommendations

Inspect the tines and handle before each use; tighten or replace any loose fittings and store the fork in a dry location to prevent steel corrosion and handle degradation. Wear gloves and appropriate footwear while working and avoid prying motions that could overstress the tines or handle.