Those who are not yet familiar with Fiskars products will be pleasantly surprised by the quality and properties of the products offered. In particular, gardeners and gardeners can be interested in the many options for shovels, practical and convenient for working in the garden and outside the home. Their lineup includes several dozen instruments. Each of them is designed for a long service life, comfortable digging.

Types of shovels

However, in order to figure out which one you need to buy, you should know that all models of shovels can be conditionally subdivided into the following varieties:

  • Fiskars telescopic shovel. It has a unique design that allows you to adjust the stem in relation to human height. So, without difficulty it will be possible to choose the height of the shovel with which it will be most convenient to work. This type of shovel is also well suited for construction work, since it is often combined with a bayonet scoop design, which allows you to dig trenches and dig up flower beds with solid soil.
  • Fiskars bayonet shovel. Characterized by a pointed blade that excels at digging hard, rocky and clay soils, chopping off roots and fighting weeds. In many models, a D-shaped handle is made so that the tool is convenient to take in the hand.

    Bayonet shovel Fiskars

  • Shovel shovel Fiskars. Typically, this shovel is excellent for lifting heavy materials. Since its working part has the shape of a bucket, it is very easy to pick up and carry garbage, foliage, fertilizers, building materials (sand, crushed stone, etc.). They are released with both metal and wooden cuttings.
  • Fiskars folding shovel. According to the criterion of reliability, this type of tool is somewhat inferior to others and is hardly suitable for ordinary garden work, since it is very small in size. However, with a folding shovel, it is easier to dig in tight spaces that are difficult to access. A waist belt is also provided for it, so that it is easier to carry it on hikes and various outings.
  • Snow shovel Fiskars. The company has developed this variety specifically for snow removal. In most cases, these models have a scoop made of polyethylene plastic, which does not allow snow to stick to the surface, but some may be edged around the edges with metal. The bucket itself is not strictly dimensioned. Some are 720 mm wide, others 350 mm (light version).

A separate issue is often the problem of choosing a shovel for treasure hunters, because in their work one metal detector cannot be dispensed with. Good options for such an occasion are traditionally considered to be a shortened and full-size Fiskars bayonet shovel. The first is 80-85 cm long and weighs slightly over 1.5 kg. It is bought most often, since the height of the handle is comfortable, and it is not difficult to carry it in a backpack. Thanks to its special design, it is convenient to turn out earth clods from the pits, to remove soil from the pits and, in general, to work at depth. Regardless of the conditions in which the search takes place, the shortened Fiskars will remain a reliable and durable assistant.

As for a full-size bayonet shovel, it is worth buying it if you are confident that the work will be associated with a rather large depth and not quite light ground. The weight is about 2 kg and is more than a meter in length. From this it becomes obvious that it is no longer so easy to carry it with you, and you need good physical shape to use such a tool.

Note! Of the varieties described above, a telescopic shovel is also suitable for treasure hunters, which is distinguished by durable material, an extremely convenient design and the ability to fold the handle and place it in a backpack.

Quite often, many people go in search with sapper shovels, but there is less sense from them than from a shortened or telescopic shovel. The folding paddles are too small for prospecting work, but they are extremely popular as a "reserve" tool.

The lineupFiskars

Bayonet shovel

The following options for shovels of this brand are in great demand:

Fiskars 2500 Ergo

The model is produced with a length of 80 cm and a weight of 1350 g. It is very convenient for transportation in a backpack. The shape of the chute is designed to make digging easy on any type of soil. And the handle is specially made at such an inclination, allowing the hand to remain in a single position.

Fiskars Ergonomic

The Fiskars Ergonomic bayonet shovel allows a person to maintain the correct working position when hunting. The angle between the base and the tray has been specially designed to relieve stress on the shoulders and back. The handle is long (1.25 m), made of steel and covered with plastic on top. The 19.5 cm wide tray is made of boron steel, which guarantees a long tool life. The head and base are firmly welded to each other. In addition, the blade can be sharpened as needed to make it easier to penetrate the ground and cut roots. Tool weight 1.9 kg.

Fiskars Ergonomic

Fiskars Ergo Mobile

Among the features of this model, one can single out the fact that it was produced with a different type of attachment of the handle and bayonet (welding or with rivets). It was 84 cm long and weighed just over 1 kg. It was popular with treasure hunters, but the production of the model was suspended, starting the production of the Fiskars Ergo Solid series.

Fiskars Ergo Solid (sapper)

Available only with welded tray-to-handle attachment. The length is almost the same as the Fiskars Ergo Mobile - 82 cm, and almost the same weight. The angle at which the grip is attached is 20º, which helps to reduce the level of stress on the back. Good for hiking and hiking.

Fiskars Solid (full size)

In terms of properties, the full-size Fiskars Solid is the same as the sapper, only of a larger format (length 1.17 m, weight 1.82 kg). A shovel for digging a garden is perfect. The steel bayonet can handle hard land as well, but because of its size, such a tool is difficult to carry with you in a backpack if you are planning an outing. In addition, many gardeners and treasure hunters complain about the small width of the tray - only 18 cm, which, given its size and weight, sometimes creates inconvenience.

Note!Since 2016, a new Solid series has been launched into production - Fiskars Solid Plus. This model is slightly larger than the previous one, has an elongated rubberized handle (122 cm) and a weight of 2 kg. The handle is connected to the blade by welding. The handle angle is maintained at 20º. The Solid Plus shovel is new, but has already been tested by summer residents. Convenience is noted when digging virgin lands, scattering compost, etc., however, due to the bend and shape of the bayonet, it is somewhat difficult to dig out and transplant bushes and some flowers.

Fiskars Smart Fit (telescopic)

An irreplaceable assistant when working with stony or damp clay soil. The blade is very sharp and retains this quality for a long time. In length, the model can be from 1.05 to 1.25 m with a weight of 1.9 kg. Telescopic Fiskars is adjustable for any height and build, therefore shovels from this series are considered one of the most popular and demanded.

Fiskarsfoldable

Small size model (only 59 cm long, weighing about 1 kg, blade width 15.3 cm). Because of this, it is better not to use it as the main one for digging, it is better suited as a spare wheel or when clearing hard-to-reach places. There are no difficulties with its transportation, and the model even provides a special case.

Fiskars Xact Diging Spade Medium, Digging Spade Large(medium and large)

A series of such shovels appeared relatively recently. They have basic characteristics and differ only in length. The medium shovel comes with a 1080 mm handle and the large one 1200 mm.The edges of the bayonet are pointed, due to which it is easy to cut the roots when digging. Very often it is taken for work in the garden, but for treasure hunters it is inconvenient due to the impossibility of comfortable carrying.

Fiskars light

Scoop model 1.05 m long and 1.1 kg weight. Its grip is made of aluminum, which is not afraid of corrosion or temperature changes. In addition, the handle provides a heat-resistant plastic handle that allows you to work more comfortably and then store the tool. The edges of the blade are slightly rounded, making it easier to remove sod or topsoil when gardening.

Fiskars light

Benefits lopat Fiskars

The main advantage of the shovels produced by Fiskars is a high quality and durable material (boron steel). It is very resistant to various influences and temperature changes. You don't have to worry that at the most inopportune moment something will break.

Shovel in the car

Another advantage of Fiskars instruments is the form worked out in each case. The shovels have comfortable handles, the tilt angle of which helps to reduce the load. Each person will choose the height and weight for comfortable work. In addition, the special coating of the models allows you to work with the tool both in summer and in winter without harming your hands.

Note! Undoubtedly, gardeners and treasure hunters will delight the completely democratic price of Fiskars shovels. Having bought such a tool once, you won't have to regret it in the future.

Tool use and sharpening information

A Fiskars shovel is used for detecting, like all other similar tools. Its material is durable and can withstand any conditions, which is why there are no special requirements for the care of the shovel. It is important not to forget only after each work to clear it of adhering earth, grass, etc.

Soviet shovel

When the need arises, you can sharpen the Fiskars shovel yourself. An ordinary whetstone is best suited for this.

You can store tools in any annex or shed, and thanks to the D-shaped handle, you can place your inventory on the wall, saving additional space.

Note!Fiskars Corporation is a large company that, in addition to shovels, produces various garden tools: axes, secateurs, scissors, knives, pitchforks, etc. In their arsenal there are also goods for handicrafts.

From the above, it is clear that Fiskars is a brand that is responsible for quality. In addition, it offers a wide assortment, from which every gardener will choose a suitable shovel for himself.