Fiskars 9668 Long Handle Digging Shovel
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Fiskars 9668 Long Handle Digging Shovel
Customer Review: FISKARS 9668 STEEL SHOVEL
Summary: 5 Stars
Previous to purchasing this Fiskars shovel, I've never been particularly impressed by shovels or other garden tools. But this is absolutely THE BEST shovel I have ever used for general digging in the yard, transplanting shrubs, etc. The steel handle welded to a heavy blade makes it easy to slice through roots, dig under plants and pry them loose. Take note this is a heavyweight digging shovel.... It might not be comfortable when used for unloading or pitching dirt, sand, etc. No more broken fiberglass and wooden shovel handles for me!!!!! Amazon provided very quick FREE SHIPPING via UPS.Customer Review: Fiskars Long Handle Digging Shovel
Summary: 5 Stars
This shovel is great for gardening work, and, with free shipping, was a great buy.Customer Review: Fiskars Long handled shovel
Summary: 2 Stars
I had a old wooden handled shovel that I have used for several years, it belonged to my father. Finally after using it to pry out a stump, it developed a small crack in the middle of the blade so I thought I had better get another shovel before this one broke all of the way.
After reading all of the glowing reviews I ordered one of the Fiskars long handled shovels. Touted as the best shovel in the world, I must confess I was disappointed in the shovel. I did not mind the extra weight, but the shovel did not cut through rocky soil the way my old shovel does. It was actually harder to step on and drive into the ground than my older shovel. The really sad part is that my old shovel is actaually a better shovel that the Fiskars, but I have no idea what brand it is as I could find no marking on it. After trying the Fiskars several times, I am currently using my cracked bladed shovel when I need to dig in the rocky soil.
Imagine that, I apparently DO have the best shovel in the world, just do not know who made it!
Customer Review: Fiskars is the best - GREAT shovel...Seriously!
Summary: 5 Stars
This entire Fiskars binge began with a hoe [incredible product] and then a rake [excllent] and eventually have replaced nearly entire outdoor garden tool set with Fiskars.
My husband said we didn't need another shovel but I was so happy with the other garden tools that I bought this for myself...I've not been able to use it once because he immediately adopted it. According to him it 'digs itself". I'm not exactly sure what that means but he brags about the weight and balance - says it makes it so much easier. The same applies for the square shovel. Super nice weight, well balanced, Comfortable.
While it might initially seem counter-intuitive to buy a heavy shovel...it actually is much easier to work with than a light weight shovel. The weight allows maximum efficiency so you don't need to strain and struggle to break the earth - it does the work for you. He has a tendency to have lower back pain when working (age related) and within an hour this became his new favorite shovel....he quickly insisted on buying the square head equivalent (every bit as good).
The other major difference is the long handle. It seems more and more tools are trying to scrimp by on less material - this is a very solid, very heavy item with an extra nice long handle that is perfect for those who are a bit on the tall side. It also has the rolled edge to keep the foot from slipping...lots of nice little extra's that set this apart from the rest.
Very pleased with the Fiskars line of garden tools - either buy two or don't let your husband borrow it...you won't get it back
Customer Review: Get it done
Summary: 5 Stars
I am a journey man plumber/operator & Since I am always working outside on lines or digging footers or somthing to do with ground work there is no other shoel you will see in my hand besides a Friskar!