The Spear and Jackson Neverbend Open Socket West Country Contractors Shovel is a professional-grade digging shovel designed for demanding groundwork and excavation tasks on site. The pointed blade is engineered for easier penetration into firm ground, making it well suited to digging trenches, breaking into compacted soil, and general contractors’ groundwork. The high-quality carbon steel head is finished with a clear polyester powder coat varnish that provides reliable protection against rusting, extending the working life of the tool in wet and outdoor conditions. The long knob ash handle measures 1372mm (54″) in total shaft length, offering extra reach and a natural, comfortable grip with a responsive, lightweight feel — well suited to sustained digging over a full working day. This shovel easily passes the BS3388 Load Test, confirming it meets the standards expected of a professional contractors’ tool. Features and Benefits: • Pointed blade for easier penetration into firm or compacted ground • High-quality carbon steel head for longer working life • Clear polyester powder coat varnish protects against rusting • Long knob ash handle for extra reach and comfortable grip • Passes BS3388 Load Test — built to professional contractors’ standards Specifications: Head Dimensions: 320mm (12½”) x 264mm (10½”) Lift on Head: 180mm (7″) Shaft Length (including socket): 1372mm (54″)