Quick Summary
The Kent & Stowe Stainless Steel Capability Digging Spade is a garden spade with a stainless steel blade and an FSC certified ash wood handle. It is designed for digging and breaking soil, with a breaking strain of 130 kg and an overall length of 110 cm.
The spade also includes an extended shank, a larger tread edge and smoothed rivets. Those features are worth checking if handle feel, foot placement and leverage matter for the work you plan to do.
Key Details
| Detail | Verified information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Brand | Kent & Stowe, for buyers wanting a named garden tool range. |
| Product type | Stainless steel capability digging spade for garden digging and soil breaking tasks. |
| Blade material | Stainless steel, with rust resistance stated in the product copy. |
| Handle material | FSC certified ash wood handle. |
| Breaking strain | 130 kg, which is stated for demanding gardening work. |
| Overall length | 110 cm, useful for checking handling and storage space. |
| Blade width | 18 cm, relevant when comparing working width. |
| Blade depth | 10 cm, useful when comparing digging depth. |
| Weight | Approximately 2.2 kg, relevant for carry and day-to-day handling. |
What to Compare Before Buying
- Size: Compare the 110 cm overall length, 18 cm blade width and 10 cm depth with the space and digging task you have in mind.
- Handle and feel: The FSC certified ash wood handle, extended shank and smoothed rivets are the main comfort-related features to look at.
- Strength: The stated breaking strain is 130 kg, so confirm that figure is in line with the type of digging and soil work you expect.
- Weight: At approximately 2.2 kg, the spade is worth comparing with the weight you are comfortable handling for repeated use.
Before You Decide
Confirm the overall length, blade size and weight suit your gardening space and handling preferences. If the handle material matters to you, check that the FSC certified ash wood handle is the version you want. For hard use, also note the stated 130 kg breaking strain and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for correct use.
