Silverline Somerset Premium Ash General Garden Digging Spade 228937

Silverline Somerset Premium Ash General Garden Digging Spade

Barcode: 5024763117954

MPN: 228937

Overview:

Somerset Premium Ash General Garden Digging Spade is a dependable, traditional-style tool for everyday digging, soil preparation and planting. It combines a polished and lacquered solid ash shaft with a weatherproofed premium ash YD handle for comfortable control and long-lasting performance outdoors. The hardened and tempered carbon steel blade is epoxy coated for added durability, and the double-rivet socket connection helps the head stay secure during tougher digging jobs. Ideal for borders, beds and general garden maintenance, it’s a great all-round spade for regular use.

Key Features

• Premium solid ash shaft, polished and lacquered for durability

• Weatherproofed ash YD handle for comfortable grip and control

• Hardened and tempered carbon steel blade for strength

• Epoxy-coated head helps resist wear and corrosion

• Double-rivet socket connection for improved strength and reliability

• Ideal for digging, soil preparation, edging and planting tasks

Specifications

• Brand: Silverline (Somerset range)

• MPN: 228937

• Tool Type: General garden digging spade

• Total Length: 1000mm (approx.)

• Handle/Shaft Material: Premium ash (polished & lacquered)

• Handle Style: YD handle (ash, weatherproofed)

• Blade Material: Carbon steel (hardened & tempered)

• Blade Finish: Epoxy coated

• Blade Size: 290mm x 175mm (approx.)

• Connection: Double riveted socket

Applications

• Digging and turning soil in beds and borders

• General soil preparation before planting

• Planting shrubs, perennials and small trees

• Lifting and moving soil, compost and other loose materials

How to Use

• Position the blade where you want to dig and push down using steady pressure

• Use your body weight and foot pressure to drive the blade into the soil

• Lever back gently to lift soil and turn or remove as needed

• For compacted ground, work in smaller sections and loosen gradually

• Clean the blade after use and store dry to protect the handle and coating

Somerset Premium Garden Digging Spade – Key FAQs

• What is this digging spade best used for?
  It’s designed for general digging, turning soil, preparing beds and planting, making it a versatile spade for everyday garden work.

• Is the blade strong enough for regular use?
  Yes, the blade is hardened and tempered carbon steel with an epoxy coating, giving good durability for routine digging and soil moving tasks.

• What does the double-rivet socket connection do?
  Double rivets help secure the shaft to the spade head more firmly, improving strength and reducing loosening over time during repeated digging.

• How should I maintain the spade?
  Rinse or wipe the blade clean after use, dry it before storage, and keep the ash handle out of prolonged damp to maintain its finish.

• Is the handle comfortable for longer jobs?
  Yes, the ash YD handle provides a stable grip and good control, helping reduce strain when digging, lifting and planting for extended periods.