The Spear and Jackson Neverbend Strapped General Service Treaded Contractors Shovel is a heavy-duty digging shovel built for demanding site work, combining a solid forged carbon steel head with a reinforced strapped socket for professional-grade durability. Designed for contractors working across groundworks, landscaping, and general civils, this shovel is built to withstand sustained heavy use. The strapped socket reinforces the traditionally vulnerable joint between head and handle, significantly improving longevity where cheaper shovels are prone to failure. The head features a foot tread for added comfort and purchase when digging into compacted ground, whilst the powder coated finish provides effective resistance against rust, scratches, humidity, and excess alkalis. The wide T-grip handle keeps the tool manageable even during prolonged use on site. This shovel easily passes the BS3388 load test, giving contractors confidence in its structural integrity. Features and Benefits: • Solid forged carbon steel head for exceptional strength and long-term durability • Strapped socket reinforces the weakest point of the shovel for added reliability • Foot tread on head for improved comfort and digging performance • Powder coated finish resists rust, scratches, humidity, and excess alkalis • Wide T-grip handle for secure, comfortable control • Passes BS3388 Load Test for verified structural performance Specifications: Head Dimensions: 240mm x 205mm Lift on Head: 120mm Handle Type: Wide T Grip Handle Length (including Socket): 711mm Handle Diameter: 35mm