4-Inch Large Trowel

The blade tapers from 4 inches wide down to a sharp point and is knife-sharp all along its curved edges. The blade is forged from saw steel and holds a good edge even in rocky and sandy soils. The shank is made of half-inch diameter rod hammered to an ovoid cross-section for greater strength. The top of the shank is hammered square and inserted 3 inches deep into a long-ferruled hickory handle, then riveted so that it will never come out. You won't scrape your knuckles when scooping, because the shank has an offset. Our trowels are flat to start with and then cupped. The measurement is from the backside of the trowel, not across the front. Trowels aren't made any better or stronger than this.  Trowels in the photo are from left to right; Large 4"; Medium 3"; Small 2 1/2"; and x-Small 2". The trowels each have their own number and are located under "Digging".