West Country Shovel

West Country round mouthed open socket shovel from Bulldogs Premier range. It has its origin in specific areas where long ash shafts are preferred because of the extra leverage they generate. The timber used for the handle and shaft has a very low moisture content to avoid shrinkage or splitting. The open socket blade is hardened and tempered, so it can be used for light digging as well as for moving loose materials such as shingle, sand and gravel.

West country pattern
Long straight ash handle 54in (1372mm)
Made with American & German FSC Ash
Made In Britain
Head size 11.5in x 10.5in (290 x 265mm)