The Spear and Jackson Neverbend Solid Socket Square Mouth Contractors Shovel is a professional-grade digging tool built for heavy-duty site work and demanding excavation tasks. The defining feature of this contractors shovel is its extra-long solid socket, which reinforces the joint between the hardwood shaft and the steel head — the point most vulnerable to stress and breakage under load. This extended socket design gives the tool significantly greater durability compared to standard short-socket alternatives, making it a reliable choice for contractors and groundworkers who put their tools under sustained pressure. The blade is manufactured from high-strength carbon/manganese steel, fully forged and heat-treated for long-term resilience. An epoxy coating reduces soil adhesion during digging and protects against rust, helping to extend the working life of the shovel across varying ground conditions and weather. Suited to general groundworks, landscaping, civil engineering, and site clearance, this square mouth shovel handles everything from breaking and shifting loose soil to scooping aggregate and backfilling. The T-handle and 711mm shaft length offer good leverage and control for sustained digging. Features and Benefits: • Extra-long socket reinforces the shaft-to-head joint for added strength under load • Fully forged carbon/manganese steel head for superior durability • Heat-treated tempered steel extends working life • Epoxy coating reduces soil adhesion and protects against rust • Solid hardwood shaft for a sturdy, traditional feel Specifications: Socket Size: 305mm (12″) Blade Size: 320mm x 255mm (12.5″ x 10″) Handle Type: T Handle Length: 711mm (28″)