Description
Rectangular Shovel – Asaka:
- Wide and spacious shovel head
- Welded construction and steel quality – ensure unparalleled durability of this shovel
- The blade is sharp, and the steel is well hardened (so it maintains that sharpness for a long time)
- Comfortable and wide D-shaped handle
- Despite it’s sturdiness, the shovel is surprisingly lightweight
Specifications:
- Length: 970 mm
- Blade width: 230 mm
- Blade length: 300 mm
- Blade thickness: 1.6 mm
- Material: Carbon Steel
- Weight: 2 kg
About the Manufacturer:
- Asaka Industrial is the only operating shovel factory in Japan
- Considered the “gold standard” of shovels in Japan and valued by both professionals and amateurs
- Large volumes and a refined (over more than a hundred years) production process – allow them to offer a real Japanese shovel at an affordable price
Notes:
- The shovel is shorter (5 – 10 cm) than the European standard; it might seem a bit too short for tall people.
