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Spear & Jackson 2540HU Irish Round 54-inch Open Socket Shovel

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4.3 180 ratings

£29.71 with 10 percent savings

RRP: £32.99

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Material	Carbon Steel, Aluminium
Colour	Clear
Brand	Spear & Jackson
Style	Modern
Handle material	Aluminium
Blade material	Carbon Steel

About this item

Hardwood ash shaft for strength & comfort
Aluminium rivet to secure the handle and provide maximum stability
Clear polyester powder coat varnish to protect against rust
High quality carbon steel for longer life
Handle Type: Long Knob

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Sturdiness

4.2

Value for money

3.9

Lightweight

3.2

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Manufacturer

‎Spear & Jackson

Part Number

‎2540HU

Package Dimensions

‎172 x 16.76 x 3.05 cm; 1.68 kg

Item model number

‎2540HU

Colour

‎Clear

Style

‎Modern

Material

‎Carbon Steel, Aluminium

Power Source

‎Hand Powered

Item Package Quantity

‎1

Handle material

‎Aluminium

Batteries included?

‎No

Batteries Required?

‎No

Item Weight

‎1.68 kg

Additional Information

ASIN

B0044TJY00

Customer Reviews

4.3 180 ratings

4.3 out of 5 stars

Best Sellers Rank

87,426 in DIY & Tools (See Top 100 in DIY & Tools)
71 in Gardening Shovels
561 in Masonry & Tiling Tools

Date First Available

24 Jan. 2011

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Spear & Jackson has been selling hand, garden, contractors, agricultural and landscaping tools since 1760.

The company was founded in the City of Sheffield, which is famous for the production of steel, cutlery and hand tools and continues to be our home over 250 years later.

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No one demands more from their tools than the professionals who work in environments where performance is a must. Britain's contractors choose Spear & Jackson because they know the tools can be trusted to give outstanding performance in rigorous on-site conditions, day after day.

It's not just because our professional tools are designed to the very highest international quality standards, it's also because our products are developed through unique insights into what the trade really needs.

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Customer Ratings	4.3180	4.787	4.8201	3.69	4.638	4.6283
Sturdiness	4.2	4.8	4.9	—	4.5	4.8
Value for money	3.9	4.8	4.8	—	4.5	4.7
Lightweight	3.2	4.8	4.1	—	—	3.7
Easy to use	—	5.0	4.8	—	—	4.3
Sold by	Amazon	Amazon	Amazon	Amazon	Amazon	Amazon
material	Aluminium, Carbon Steel	Stainless Steel	Fibreglass	Wood, Metal, Alloy Steel	Carbon,Steel,Fibreglass	Alloy Steel
foldable	—	—	✗	✗	✓	✗
style	Modern	Traditional	Heavy Duty	Modern	Heavy Duty	Modern
weight	—	0.5 kilograms	2.4 kilograms	1.98 kilograms	2.2 kilograms	2729 grams

Customer reviews

4.3 out of 5

180 global ratings

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Customers say

Customers like the quality, ease of use, performance, length and back pain of the shovel spade. For example, they mention it's well made, easy to use and great for the job it is designed for. Some appreciate the versatility.

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29 customers mention26 positive3 negative

Customers like the quality of the garden spade. For example, they say it's well-made, sturdy, and has a top quality handle. Some mention it'll last a long time and is made of hardened steel.

"Heavy duty spade. Its long and heavy but great for the job it is designed for." Read more

"very nice, good quality material used and finishes, the long hanfle is perfect for me and my husband as we are both tall...very happy I am with this..." Read more

"Propper shovel. High quality and easy to use. Br careful not to apply too much leverage (it is not a mini digger) as you may break the handle." Read more

"Good quality spade, I bought this for my wife for the allotment so not to stress her back too much but I use it also it's great makes things alot..." Read more

9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

Customers find the shovel spade easy to use. They say it makes digging so easy, is comfortable to use, and is ideal for digging out unwanted plants and bushes in a border. They also say it's good for removing turf.

"Propper shovel. High quality and easy to use. Br careful not to apply too much leverage (it is not a mini digger) as you may break the handle." Read more

"Ideal for digging out unwanted plants and bushes in a border." Read more

"...Weight wise is good and easy for ladies to use, me being one. With the angle head it makes it comfortable to use...." Read more

"...so not to stress her back too much but I use it also it's great makes things alot easier definitely recommend." Read more

9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the shovel spade. They mention that it is a great tool, very functional, and useful for the job it is designed for. Some say that it's long and heavy, but it'll never use it. Overall, most are happy with the product's performance and recommend it to others.

"Heavy duty spade. Its long and heavy but great for the job it is designed for." Read more

"...Planted 14 rows of potatoes in a crack!!!!Amazing product....trust me you will never use a spade again...." Read more

"Have had this almost four years: it is really useful for moving loose earth or aggregate without overstraining the back" Read more

"Excellent Tool, especially if you've got a weak back." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the length of the shovel spade. They mention that it has a good handle and length, and is perfect for their needs.

"Heavy duty spade. Its long and heavy but great for the job it is designed for." Read more

"very nice, good quality material used and finishes, the long hanfle is perfect for me and my husband as we are both tall...very happy I am with this..." Read more

"Good handle and length but there is some play on the joint. I will have to tighten that soon." Read more

"Great for the allotment nice long handle double digs better and faster than a fork" Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers say the shovel spade is good for their backs. They say it takes the strain off the back.

"Excellent all round shovel. Takes the strain off the back would consider the 60 inch handle next time" Read more

"this is a good quality shovel everyone should have one of these.no back pain like a small shovel. brilliant for sand,gravel and lose soil." Read more

"Ideal for the taller person. No strain on the back" Read more

"Good for your back..." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers like the versatility of the shovel spade. They say it's great for shoveling compost, building dirt-jumps, and trails. Some say it has a strong metal handle and is an excellent all-round shovel. It's also good for sandy soils, light compost, topsoil, and more.

"...professional gardener and am very impressed with this product, good for sandy soils, light compost, topsoil, etc...." Read more

"Excellent all round shovel. Takes the strain off the back would consider the 60 inch handle next time" Read more

"Great for building dirt-jumps and trails. strong metal strong handle. good shaped shovel-head but is quite a bit wider and lengthy then the picture." Read more

"Great for shovelling compost if you have a bad back..." Read more

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john

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 4 March 2021

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Heavy duty spade. Its long and heavy but great for the job it is designed for.

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Anca

good quality

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 May 2023

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very nice, good quality material used and finishes, the long hanfle is perfect for me and my husband as we are both tall...very happy I am with this product, even if I feel is a bit to curved ( the shovel itself), but that is a personal preference

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BD Galvin

Irish shovel

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 11 April 2021

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Propper shovel. High quality and easy to use. Br careful not to apply too much leverage (it is not a mini digger) as you may break the handle.

2 people found this helpful

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Robbofish

Wow

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 21 May 2019

Verified Purchase

How I have managed without this product is a miracle....having suffered from "gardeners back" for years I am pleased to say the days of crying myself to sleep at night are over.😀
Planted 14 rows of potatoes in a crack!!!!
Amazing product....trust me you will never use a spade again.

4 people found this helpful

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Ellen H.

Irish shovel

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 6 July 2021

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This snapped the first time my husband used it - not good at all

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Strine

Makes digging a lot easier.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 October 2021

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Ideal for digging out unwanted plants and bushes in a border.

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cold worker

Open mouth shovel

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 25 November 2023

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The head is a good shape for shovelling. Weight wise is good and easy for ladies to use, me being one. With the angle head it makes it comfortable to use. Got my job done much quicker than expected

One person found this helpful

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Amazon Customer

Good for your back

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 February 2017

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Good quality spade, I bought this for my wife for the allotment so not to stress her back too much but I use it also it's great makes things alot easier definitely recommend.

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Roberto 66

Sembra una bella pala robusta domani vediamo😉

Reviewed in Italy on 18 November 2021

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Si e’ spezzata subito vedi foto, manico in legno davvero scadente

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