Spear & Jackson Square Mouth Shovel

Robust Carbon Steel Shovel with Hardwood Shaft and T-Handle Designed for Professional Groundwork and Heavy-Duty Use

The Spear & Jackson Square Mouth Shovel is a premium quality tool engineered for strength, durability, and maximum efficiency. With its broad carbon steel blade and solid hardwood shaft, this shovel is built to handle a variety of demanding tasks, from construction site applications to landscaping and agricultural work. Its traditional square mouth design allows for easy scooping and transfer of loose materials, making it indispensable on both domestic and professional job sites.

Technical Specifications

Key Features

Heavy-Duty Carbon Steel Blade

The shovel features a broad square mouth blade made from high-quality hardened and tempered carbon steel, offering enhanced toughness and edge retention. This material selection ensures long-lasting performance under frequent and intensive use, with resistance to wear and deformation.

Square Mouth Blade Design

The wide, flat blade design is ideal for scooping, loading, levelling, and clearing a variety of materials, including soil, gravel, sand, concrete, coal, and general debris. Its shape also makes it ideal for edge work and for shovelling from flat surfaces.

T-Style Hardwood Handle

Fitted with a durable 711mm hardwood shaft and a T-style handle, this shovel provides excellent leverage and control. The ergonomic handle offers a comfortable grip for prolonged use and two-handed operation, making heavy loads easier to lift and transport.

Secure Aluminium Rivet Fixing

The handle is securely fixed to the blade using an aluminium rivet, which reinforces the joint and ensures optimal strength, stability, and safety during use, even under the stress of high-impact tasks.

Protective Rust-Resistant Coating

The entire blade is finished with a clear polyester powder-coated varnish, which adds an extra layer of protection against rust and corrosion. This coating extends the tools lifespan, particularly when used or stored in damp or outdoor environments.

Applications

The Spear & Jackson Square Mouth Shovel is suitable for a wide range of applications, including:

• Construction and Site Work Ideal for shifting rubble, soil, mortar, and general site waste.

• Landscaping and Gardening Perfect for transferring compost, topsoil, gravel, and garden waste.

• Farming and Agricultural Work Effective for loading feed, grain, or cleaning out pens and barns.

• DIY and Home Improvement Useful for concrete mixing, clearing patios, or lifting paving sand.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can this shovel be used for breaking tough ground?
A: While it is primarily designed for transferring and moving materials, the hardened carbon steel blade can also handle moderately compacted ground. For breaking very hard ground, a pointed shovel or digging spade is more suitable.

Q: Is the handle comfortable for prolonged use?
A: Yes. The T-handle provides a stable, ergonomic grip that reduces strain during heavy or repetitive lifting tasks.

Q: Does the powder coating prevent rust?
A: Yes. The clear polyester powder coating provides effective protection against rust, helping to preserve the blade in wet or outdoor environments.

Q: Can I use it for clearing snow?
A: Yes, the flat, square blade makes it suitable for pushing or lifting snow from flat surfaces like driveways, sidewalks, and patios.

Q: Is the handle fixed permanently to the blade?
A: Yes. The handle is riveted securely into the socket of the blade with an aluminium rivet, ensuring permanent and stable attachment.

Customer Reviews

“Exceptionally strong and built to last. I’ve used this shovel for everything from shifting concrete to clearing soil. The quality of the blade is outstanding.”
Mark S., Professional Contractor

“A well-balanced and solid tool. The T-handle is a great feature and gives good control when moving heavy material. Definitely a step up from typical DIY shovels.”
Karen B., Landscaper

“After months of regular use, the blade still shows barely any wear. Very impressed with the strength and finish. Ideal for serious work.”
Tom R., Builder

Care & Maintenance Tips

• Clean the blade thoroughly after each use to remove dirt, cement, or other corrosive materials.

• Dry the tool before storage to maintain the integrity of the steel and coating.

• Store in a dry, covered location away from prolonged moisture.

• For extended storage, apply a light oil to the blade to further guard against rust.

• Inspect the rivet and shaft periodically to ensure long-term integrity.

Conclusion

The Spear & Jackson Square Mouth Shovel is a premium-quality, heavy-duty tool designed to meet the rigorous demands of professional contractors, landscapers, and agricultural workers. With its hardened carbon steel blade, secure hardwood handle, and corrosion-resistant coating, it delivers strength, reliability, and performance across a variety of applications. Whether you’re shifting materials on-site or working in your garden, this shovel is built to get the job done efficiently and effectively.

Engineered for performance. Trusted for durability. Designed to last.