{"title":"Trowels + Spades","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"niwaki-hori-hori","title":"Niwaki Hori Hori","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Niwaki Hori Hori is a Japanese trowel. Whilst it does look like a knife and many people refer to it as the Hori Hori garden knife, it is designed for digging rather than cutting. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegardless of what you call it - the Hori Hori is a great all-round weeder, bulb-planter supreme and general subterranean rummager.  Essentially, the Hori Hori has an extraordinary ability to very quickly become people's favourite tool in the garden!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carbon steel blade runs right into the handle, so it's tough and strong, but it's not invincible so please do be aware of yanking it back if you are in heavy or clay soil. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct details:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"features\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon steel blade which is \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eapprox 7\" (17cm)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeech wood handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes with a tough canvas sheath or you can upgrade to a leather holster - just select this on the drop down menu. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"how to guide for picking a Hori Hori from Tinker and Fix\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell a variety of different Hori Hori's including a  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/products\/stainless-steel-hori-hori-japanese-garden-trowel?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=b45bbae2f\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003estainless steel Hori Hori\u003c\/a\u003e or a stainless steel \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/garden-tools\/products\/copy-of-stainless-steel-hori-hori-japanese-garden-trowel\"\u003eserrated blade Hori Hori\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you'd like to know what the differences are between all of the different Hori-Hori garden knives that we sell - just click on the box. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 18 years or older to purchase this bladed item.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYour age will be verified automatically where possible.  More information about these checks can be found \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/pages\/sale-and-delivery-of-bladed-items\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe recommend that you purchase this item via a Paypal Account or Credit Card as this further helps with your 18+ age verification.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs of the 4\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e April 2022, this item legally requires age verification upon delivery in addition to the age verification upon purchase.  We have included a ‘bladed postage fee’ into our retail price for all bladed items. You can read more about this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/pages\/sale-and-delivery-of-bladed-items\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Nylon","offer_id":31897173393540,"sku":"","price":36.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Leather","offer_id":31897173426308,"sku":"","price":64.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/Hori_Hori_resize.png?v=1579435940"},{"product_id":"niwaki-golden-spade","title":"Niwaki Golden Spade","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncredibly strong, lethally sharp, surprisingly light - and golden. What more could one ask of  a spade? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for general purpose digging, tree planting, rootballing and mixing cement etc. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a comfortable YD handle of tubular steel, firm tread and rigid steel pipe shaft, but weighing in at only 1.8kg you can rely on this spade not to flex or break under heavy use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"features\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel pipe shaft welded to the blade and handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid tread for digging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePointed blade cuts through hard ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong size is: 110cm long, 24 x 30cm head, 1.86Kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard size is: 97cm long, 23 x 29cm head, 1.8kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall size is: 82cm long, 17 x 22 cm, 0.9kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Long","offer_id":45116065382615,"sku":"","price":62.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Standard","offer_id":32461080494212,"sku":"","price":52.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Small","offer_id":32461080526980,"sku":"","price":42.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/Untitled_design_1.png?v=1582921642"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-planting-trowel-old-dutch-style-with-cherry-handle","title":"Sneeboer Planting Trowel - Old Dutch Style with Cherry handle","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tv\/CbCVrrbDTPR\/\" title=\"the Sneeboer Old Dutch Style Planting trowel - an easy guide on how to decide which Sneeboer trowel to best to choose from Tinker and Fix\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 10px; float: right;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_3_160x160.png?v=1635876148\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThe first thing you notice about this Sneeboer Old Dutch Style planting trowel is its weight.  At a little over 400grams its noticeably heavier than \"normal\" trowels.  Its weight is a result of how these trowels are designed to be used.  Think of a chopping axe action - using the side of the trowel blade.  The weight helps the trowel cut into the soil and then a forward and back action creates the planting hole.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 4th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap throw away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sneeboer Old Dutch Style Planting Trowel is hugely popular - probably because it is often seen being used the Gardener's World team - including Monty Don and Adam Frost. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is made from Cherry and replacements are available if ever needed. We also stock the Ash handle version - meaning you can chose from short handled and long handled (depending on stock availability and your handle length preference). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eWidth of head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e13 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eLength of head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e14 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eLength of handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e14 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eTotal length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" width=\"160x160\" height=\"160x160\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime. Read our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8ehm1zigglo\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34476335726749,"sku":"","price":55.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/1_f1df2f5c-fe28-4926-a359-5ca1914f3174.png?v=1591040819"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-weeding-trowel-with-cherry-handle","title":"Sneeboer Weeding Trowel with Cherry handle","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tv\/CbCVrrbDTPR\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"the Sneeboer Weedin trowel - an easy guide on how to decide which Sneeboer trowel to best to choose from Tinker and Fix\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_3_160x160.png?v=1635876148\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 10px; float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are big fans of Japanese Hori Hori's and interestingly this Sneeboer Weeding Trowel is the closest European style garden tool to it that we've found.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts narrow blade width makes it perfect for use around the base of plants in a border or in a vegetable plot.  However it has much more \"shape\" and \"depth\" to the blade meaning it is much better suited to digging out planting holes than a Hori Hori.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Weeding Trowel is hand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 4th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap trow away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is made from Cherry and replacements are available if ever needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eWidth of head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eLength of head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e18 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eLength of handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e14 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eTotal length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e35 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeighs 260 grams - so has a really nice balance in the hand. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Normal","offer_id":36314312310941,"sku":"","price":55.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/8_03c994d1-8f93-4f1a-9a82-1d4fc9dca83e.png?v=1591345319"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-transplanting-trowel-with-cherry-handle","title":"Sneeboer Transplanting Trowel with Cherry Handle","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tv\/CbCVrrbDTPR\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"the Sneeboer Transplanting trowel - an easy guide on how to decide which Sneeboer trowel to best to choose from Tinker and Fix\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 10px; float: right;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_3_160x160.png?v=1635876148\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThis was the product that first introduced us to Sneeboer.  I was looking for a high quality replacement to the basic garden trowel I'd be using.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis trowel is a great all rounded at 15cm long and 9.5 cm wide - perfect for general garden use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall length is 31 cm and its weight 240 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 4th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap trow away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is made from Cherry and replacements are available if ever needed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" width=\"160x160\" height=\"160x160\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Euj-MQLsTSs\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Normal","offer_id":36314287636637,"sku":"","price":55.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/34_81bdacb3-e851-4b26-897a-a952da5b40a8.png?v=1591800983"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-tissot-trowel-with-cherry-handle","title":"Sneeboer Tissot Trowel with Cherry Handle","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tv\/CbCVrrbDTPR\/\" title=\"the Sneeboer Tissot Trowel - an easy guide on how to decide which Sneeboer trowel to best to choose from Tinker and Fix\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 10px; float: right;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_3_160x160.png?v=1635876148\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe live in an area with heavy clay soil which means we have a brief window in the Spring and Autumn when it's easy to dig.  For the rest of the year it's either sticky or rock hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo this Tissot Trowel from Sneeboer caught our eye.  It has a twin tipped V-shaped leading edge.  The two points make it easier to cut into hard soil and it's great for digging out deep rooted plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sneeboer Tissot Trowel is made from stainless steel with a cherry handle. Replacement handles are available if ever needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you would like this trowel head with a longer wooden handle then its available \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/products\/sneeboer-transplanting-hand-spade\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 4th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap throw away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" width=\"160x160\" height=\"160x160\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34599981383837,"sku":"","price":59.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/23_1cc5c7b1-91a2-45d2-9733-0d5e4e5479ce.png?v=1591803833"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-dandelion-trowel-with-cherry-handle","title":"Sneeboer Dandelion Trowel","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tv\/CbCVrrbDTPR\/\" title=\"the Sneeboer Dandelion trowel - an easy guide on how to decide which Sneeboer trowel to best to choose from Tinker and Fix\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 10px; float: right;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_3_160x160.png?v=1635876148\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 21 cm long blade and 3.5 cm width of this Sneeboer Dandelion Trowel enables long rooted weeds like dandelions to be removed with ease from lawns without disturbing the surrounding area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe certainly aren't lawn perfectionists, but we know a lot of people who can't bear a dandelion or want weed free lawns and this is the perfect tool for doing just that. Also given it's one of Sneeboer's more distinctive and unusual garden tools, we reckon it makes a cracking gift for the gardener in your life (as it's unlikely they'll have one, but once they do, they'll love it). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 4th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap throw away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle of this Sneeboer Dandelion Trowel is either made from Cherry or Ash, and replacements are available if ever needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" height=\"160x160\" width=\"160x160\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime. Read our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Cherry","offer_id":36314172686493,"sku":"","price":55.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ash","offer_id":58648789746048,"sku":null,"price":52.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/52_6960cfa2-eccd-4b32-a050-5011abd42edf.png?v=1591808005"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-perennial-spade","title":"Sneeboer Great Dixter Planting Spade","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIs\u003c\/span\u003e this Sneeboer Great Dixter Planting Spade a long handled trowel - or a short handle spade?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegardless of how you want to refer to it what we've found is that its massively useful - especially when working on your knees or in raised beds.  The longer handle length (42cm) makes it perfect for digging in borders where space can be an issue. Originally d\u003cspan\u003eesigned to divide perennial shrubs\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall size (54cm) keeps it easy to wield in tight spaces in the border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from stainless steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 4th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap trow away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the Sneeboer Great Dixter Planting Spade is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wooden handle is made from ash and replacements are available if ever required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat by itself, but brilliant when used with the  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/forks-hoes\/products\/sneeboer-planting-fork\" title=\"Sneeboer Great Dixter Planting Fork available in the UK from Tinker and Fix\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGreat Dixter Planting Spade.\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" width=\"160x160\" height=\"160x160\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime. Read our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wW0uxuLhZd0\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34701598556317,"sku":"","price":82.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/48_0bf49a6e-41c8-4648-92bb-aaa70e19b421.png?v=1592414630"},{"product_id":"stainless-steel-hori-hori-japanese-garden-trowel","title":"Stainless Steel Hori Hori - Japanese Garden trowel","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe've always been fans of the Japanese garden trowel - or Hori Hori.  Throughout lockdown this interest has increased and they have become one of our best selling items.  This has led us to research different suppliers in Japan and source different options.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a stainless steel Hori Hori made from stainless steel in Japan.  This means the blade is more resistant to rusting than high carbon steel blades.  The blade runs into the wooden handle - making a strong tool for digging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is 17cm long and 4.5 cm wide.  It has one full bevel side and the other is 1\/3 bevel from the tip.  The wooden handle is 13 cm long and 3.5 cm wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheath is a basic item made from a leatherette material in a tan\/brown.  It's more of an edge protection during storage than an item to be worn on a belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 18 years or older to purchase this bladed item.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYour age will be verified automatically where possible.  More information about these checks can be found\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/pages\/sale-and-delivery-of-bladed-items\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe recommend that you purchase this item via a Paypal Account or Credit Card as this further helps with your 18+ age verification.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs of the 4\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e April 2022, this item legally requires age verification upon delivery in addition to the age verification upon purchase.  We have included a ‘bladed postage fee’ into our retail price for all bladed items. You can read more about this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/pages\/sale-and-delivery-of-bladed-items\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/talking-hori-horis-why-do-you-need-one-and-which-should-you-buy\" title=\"Which hori hori Japanese trowel is best to buy - comparing four versions on the Tinker and Fix blog\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg data-mce-fragment=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_480x480.png?v=1634826616\" width=\"160x160\" height=\"160x160\" style=\"margin-right: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; float: left;\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_480x480.png?v=1634826616\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003eThis is one of four Hori-Hori's that we sell. If you are looking for a serrated version of this Hori Hori have a look\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/garden-tools\/products\/serrated-stainless-steel-hori-hori-japanese-garden-trowel\" title=\"Serrated Hori Hori - Japanese trowel - from Tinker and Fix\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e Or, click on the graphic to read our blog to see which Hori-Hori is the right choice - we compare the four different versions we sell at Tinker and Fix - including Hori-Hori's from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/garden-tools\/products\/niwaki-hori-hori\" title=\"Niwaki Hori Hori from Tinker and Fix\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eNiwaki\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/garden-tools\/products\/barebones-classic-hori-hori\" title=\"Barebones Hori Hori available from Tinker and Fix\"\u003eBarebones\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34906012909725,"sku":"","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/14_84f3fc00-4f6d-4f06-a002-5fe02dfb43e4.png?v=1593787297"},{"product_id":"serrated-stainless-steel-hori-hori-japanese-garden-trowel","title":"Serrated Hori Hori - Stainless Steel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eWe've always been fans of the Japanese garden trowel - or Hori Hori.  Throughout lockdown this interest has increased and they have become one of our best selling items.  This has led us to research different suppliers in Japan and source different options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a stainless steel Hori Hori made from stainless steel in Japan.  This means the blade is more resistant to rusting than high carbon steel blades.  The blade runs into the wooden handle - making a strong tool for digging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe big difference on this Hori Hori is that one side is serrated.  This makes it especially useful for cutting through tuff or for splitting perennials.  The blade is also marked in cm for a depth reference when digging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is 17cm long and 4.5 cm wide.   The wooden handle is 13 cm long and 3.5 cm wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheath is a basic item made from a leatherette material in a tan\/brown.  It's more of an edge protection during storage than an item to be worn on a belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eYou must be 18 years or older to purchase this bladed item.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eYour age will be verified automatically where possible.  More information about these checks can be found\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/pages\/sale-and-delivery-of-bladed-items\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe recommend that you purchase this item via a Paypal Account or Credit Card as this further helps with your 18+ age verification.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs of the 4\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e April 2022, this item legally requires age verification upon delivery in addition to the age verification upon purchase.  We have included a ‘bladed postage fee’ into our retail price for all bladed items. You can read more about this \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/pages\/sale-and-delivery-of-bladed-items\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/talking-hori-horis-why-do-you-need-one-and-which-should-you-buy\" title=\"Which hori hori Japanese trowel is best to buy - comparing four versions on the Tinker and Fix blog\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; float: left;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" width=\"160x160\" height=\"160x160\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of four Hori-Hori's that we sell. If you are looking for a non-serrated version of this Hori Hori have a look \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/garden-tools\/products\/stainless-steel-hori-hori-japanese-garden-trowel\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. Or, click on the graphic to read our blog to see which Hori-Hori is the right choice - we compare the four different versions we sell at Tinker and Fix - including Hori-Hori's from Niwaki and Barebones. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35193601458333,"sku":"","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/51_afd3ef11-6cd2-4c83-bd2a-834670071edc.png?v=1595262115"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-planting-trowl-old-dutch-style-with-long-ash-handle","title":"Sneeboer Planting Trowel - Old Dutch Style with long Ash handle","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tv\/CbCVrrbDTPR\/\" title=\"the Sneeboer Old Dutch Style Planting trowel with long handle - an easy guide on how to decide which Sneeboer trowel to best to choose from Tinker and Fix\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 10px; float: right;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_3_160x160.png?v=1635876148\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe first thing you notice about this Sneeboer Old Dutch Style Planting Trowel is its weight.  At a little over 450 grams its noticeably heavier than \"normal\" trowels.  Its weight is a result of how these trowels are designed to be used.  Think of a chopping axe action - using the side of the trowel blade.  The weight helps the trowel cut into the soil and then a forward and back action creates the planting hole.  This is the longer handled version of this trowel, so the chopping action can be even more exaggerated.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis handle is made from Ash and replacements are available if ever needed. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIf you are looking for a \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSneeboer Old Dutch Style Planting Trowel with a\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca title=\"Cherry Handle long handled Old dutch Style Sneeboer Planting Trowel\" href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/sneeboer-stainless-steel-garden-tools\/products\/sneeboer-planting-trowel-old-dutch-style-with-long-cherry-handle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCherry handle, you can find it here\u003c\/a\u003e. Or if you prefer a shorter handle version of the Sneeboer Old Dutch Style Planting Trowel you can find it \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/sneeboer-stainless-steel-garden-tools\/products\/sneeboer-planting-trowel-old-dutch-style-with-cherry-handle\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/sneeboer-stainless-steel-garden-tools\/products\/sneeboer-planting-trowel-old-dutch-style-with-cherry-handle\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 4th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap trow away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eWidth of head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e13 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eLength of head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e14 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eLength of handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 27 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTotal length 43cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" width=\"160x160\" height=\"160x160\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime. Read our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36039189430429,"sku":"","price":69.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/15_299eda49-53da-4940-be7a-93ea83583f4d.png?v=1599484002"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-border-spade-with-steps","title":"Sneeboer Border Spade with steps","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Sneeboer Border Spade with Steps is the smaller of the two spades we are stocking from Sneeboer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't think its use is restricted to smaller work in borders, as it is equally at home working in a veg patch or allotment.  It's also great for those wanting a lighter weight tool, perhaps because they are being used all day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 4th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap trow away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a total length of 110cm and the handle is Ash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe head is 23cm long and 15cm wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe addition of the side steps on the head mean that you can get more leverage with a boot whilst digging.  It's massively more secure and also less likely to damage the sole of your boots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for a heavier duty spade then take a look at the Sneeboer spade with steps \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/sneeboer-stainless-steel-garden-tools\/products\/sneeboer-spade-with-steps\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" style=\"margin-right: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; float: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime. Read our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39946579050653,"sku":"","price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/4_cd7b1f94-8d08-48c7-b579-03362d848f5f.png?v=1621245735"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-perennial-spade-1","title":"Sneeboer Perennial Spade","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sneeboer Perennial Spade is primarily designed to divide shrubs and perennials.  As such it has a flat blade head to slice through clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's often confused with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/products\/sneeboer-perennial-spade?_pos=5\u0026amp;_sid=d032c2af9\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSneeboer Planting Spade\u003c\/a\u003e, which looks very similar but has a concave head designed to move soil whilst digging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Perennial Spade is 59cm long with a head thats 16cm long and 9 cm wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is made from Ash and it has an overall weight of 540 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA must if you regularly need to split perennials but can also be a useful weeding tool in tight spaces and borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"160x160\" width=\"160x160\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime. Read our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39946586914973,"sku":"","price":67.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/10_915a271b-ab9f-4137-8128-9bc036f5c82e.png?v=1621245825"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-planting-trowel","title":"Sneeboer Potting Trowel","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tv\/CbCVrrbDTPR\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"the Sneeboer potting trowel - an easy guide on how to decide which Sneeboer trowel to best to choose from Tinker and Fix\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; float: right;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_3_160x160.png?v=1635876148\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Sneeboer Potting Trowel\u003c\/span\u003e is one of those tools we didn't know we needed until we tried it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's been designed to work in tight spaces around pots and especially for adding soil around root balls when repotting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've used standard trowels for this job for years, and although completely doable we always tend to end up with a lot of soil spillage.  The off centre handle design of the Sneeboer Potting Trowel just makes things so much easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall length of 27cm and the handle is made of Cherry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's available in right handed and left handed models which can be selected from the drop down menu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are a couple of Sneeboer garden tools that we think make great unusual gifts for gardeners - this Potting Trowel is definitely one of them (alongside the\u003ca title=\"Sneeboer Dandelion Trowel in stock at Tinker and Fix\" href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/sneeboer-stainless-steel-garden-tools\/products\/sneeboer-dandelion-trowel-with-cherry-handle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Dandelion Trowel\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca title=\"Sneeboer Flat Stone Scratcher for removing weeds from Patios - available at Tinker and Fix\" href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/sneeboer-stainless-steel-garden-tools\/products\/sneeboer-stone-scratcher\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSneeboer flat stone scratcher\u003c\/a\u003e). This is because these are \u003cspan\u003eSneeboer's more distinctive and unusual garden tools - so we reckon it makes a cracking gift for the gardener in your life (as it's unlikely they'll have one, but once they do, they'll love it). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"160x160\" width=\"160x160\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Right Hand Cherry","offer_id":39946606182557,"sku":"","price":55.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Left Hand Cherry","offer_id":39946606215325,"sku":"","price":55.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Right Hand Ash","offer_id":56927133598080,"sku":null,"price":49.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/11_38df99d3-aca7-4d1a-89cf-f07f933b1127.png?v=1621245974"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-spade-with-steps","title":"Sneeboer Spade with steps","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sneeboer Spade with Steps is a full sized heavy duty spade which will handle all digging duties in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 4th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap trow away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has an overall length of 116cm and a solid Ash handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hand forged metal head is 28cm long and 16cm wide.  The addition of side steps to the head makes applying force via a boot much easier.  Plus its less likely to damage the sole of your boot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal weight is 2 Kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for smaller or lighter spade then take a look at the Sneeboer Border Spade \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/products\/sneeboer-border-spade-with-steps?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=82dc6039e\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" width=\"160x160\" height=\"160x160\" style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Fzhm8ECYuI8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39946747084957,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/33_3ddcead2-41d6-4085-957a-130d924cb637.png?v=1621246987"},{"product_id":"tinker-and-fix-skatewood-sneeboer-trowel","title":"Tinker and Fix Skatewood Sneeboer Trowel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSneeboer are a Dutch family run company that have been making hand forged stainless steel garden tools for multiple generations.  In our opinion they make the best quality garden tools on the market that function brilliantly and feel great to use too.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are big fans of their standard Cherry handles but we wanted to produce a Tinker and Fix limited edition using one of their really versatile Transplanting Trowels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLast year I purchased a replacement gear knob for our Land Rover Defender.  It was made from recycled skateboard decks and we fell in love with the depth and variation in colours.  This material is often referred to as Skatewood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo this was the natural choice for handle material when it came to making these limited edition trowels. Not only is it a recycled material that looks great, but the bright colours make finding your trowel easier when placed down in a border or veg patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreparing Skatewood for use takes a lot of time.  First you need to source the old skateboard decks.  Then the grip tape needs to be removed and the boards sanded.  Then multiple boards are laminated together using glue and a lot of clamps, so that you can make a solid piece large enough for the project.  It's not a simple process so we reached out to a specialist to make them.  Dedwood Designs make some great pieces using Skatewood and they've done an amazing job for us on again on these handles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handles are then finished off with a copper pipe ferrule and oiled to keep them working well in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach handle is completely unique.  We did think about clever names for each handle .... but then decided on letters for this batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In our eyes they are things of beauty- but also a functional tool that will last for many, many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can still purchase this trowel with a standard Cherry handle \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/sneeboer-stainless-steel-garden-tools\/products\/sneeboer-transplanting-trowel-with-cherry-handle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOr if you'd like more gift ideas for Gardeners have a look at our suggestions \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/gifts-for-growers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"A","offer_id":42018070233303,"sku":"","price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"B","offer_id":42018070266071,"sku":"","price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"C","offer_id":42018070298839,"sku":"","price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"D","offer_id":44896907591895,"sku":"","price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"E","offer_id":57638669418880,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"F","offer_id":57638669451648,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/Untitleddesign_2_2fcfadf7-e1cc-4447-b055-085791662976.png?v=1658505562"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-planting-trowel-old-dutch-style-with-long-cherry-handle","title":"Sneeboer Planting Trowel - Old Dutch Style with long Cherry handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"the Sneeboer Old Dutch Style Planting trowel with long cherry handle - an easy guide on how to decide which Sneeboer trowel to best to choose from Tinker and Fix\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/tv\/CbCVrrbDTPR\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_3_160x160.png?v=1635876148\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin-right: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; float: right;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first thing you notice about this Sneeboer Old Dutch Style Planting Trowel is its weight.  At a little over 400grams its noticeably heavier than \"normal\" trowels.  Its weight is a result of how these trowels are designed to be used.  Think of a chopping axe action - using the side of the trowel blade.  The weight helps the trowel cut into the soil and then a forward and back action creates the planting hole.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 4th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap trow away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is made from Cherry and replacements are available if ever needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eWidth of head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e13 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eLength of head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e14 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eLength of handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 22\u003c\/span\u003e cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"lbl\"\u003eTotal length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e36 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Sneeboer Old Dutch Style Planting Trowel is also available with a shorter Cherry handle \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/sneeboer-stainless-steel-garden-tools\/products\/sneeboer-planting-trowel-old-dutch-style-with-cherry-handle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e or a longer Ash handle \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/sneeboer-stainless-steel-garden-tools\/products\/sneeboer-planting-trowl-old-dutch-style-with-long-ash-handle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"160x160\" width=\"160x160\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime. Read our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ThPRwnJV4AE\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8ehm1zigglo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42440007188695,"sku":"","price":69.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/SneeboerOldDutchTrowelwithlongcherryhandlefromTinkerandFix_64.99.png?v=1651070998"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-great-dixter-trowel","title":"Sneeboer Great Dixter Trowel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe selection of different types of trowels offered by Sneeboer is vast.  We've tended to stick to the Transplanting Trowel and Old Dutch Trowels but for Summer 2023 we are exploring some of the other shapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis was the favourite trowel of the garden designer Christopher Lloyd and hence carries the Great Dixter name.  It's similar to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/sneeboer-stainless-steel-garden-tools\/products\/sneeboer-weeding-trowel-with-cherry-handle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eWeeding Trowel\u003c\/a\u003e that we've stocked for awhile, but is more rounded in its profile and end shape.  This means it can more easily be used for digging planting holes as well as digging out deep routed weeds.  The end of the trowel has been sharpened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blade is 16cm long and 5 cm wide.  Overall length of 33 cm and this is the Cherry handle version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 4th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap throw away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43792289104087,"sku":"","price":55.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/1_39145291-1287-4a93-9534-3afe8cdfc5ab.png?v=1682075760"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-flowerbed-trowel","title":"Sneeboer Flowerbed trowel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe selection of different types of trowels offered by Sneeboer is vast.  We've tended to stick to the Transplanting Trowel and Old Dutch Trowels but for Summer 2023 we are exploring some of the other shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Flowerbed Trowel and as the name implies its shape has been designed to help when planting in tight areas.  The blade is 16cm long, but it tapered along its length (7 cm at its widest.). It also has a pronounced radius meaning it can not only move a significant amount of material but is also good at digging plug holes.  Also useful for working in pots as its unlikely to damage the sides of the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall length of 32cm and this is the Cherry handle version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 5th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap throw away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43792290382039,"sku":"","price":55.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/5_555b331b-d2dd-4381-b34e-1f13feaa859e.png?v=1682075644"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-kappe-trowel","title":"Sneeboer Kappe Trowel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe selection of different types of trowels offered by Sneeboer is vast.  We've tended to stick to the Transplanting Trowel and Old Dutch Trowels but for Summer 2023 we are exploring some of the other shapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis trowel is very much a blend of scoop and digging tool.  Equally useful for moving compost and sand etc as for digging planting holes.  This is a larger trowel at 16cm long and 8cm wide.  Rounded tip but it does not taper like the Flowerbed Trowel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne of the major difference is the 'cranked\" tang between the handle and blade.  This gives hand clearance when using the trowel flat to a surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverall length of 33cm and this is the Cherry handle version.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 5th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap throw away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43792290840791,"sku":"","price":55.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/products\/12_6aea9a7f-b24d-43cf-b4e9-a22485edbd20.png?v=1682075800"},{"product_id":"flowerbed-trowel-long-cherry-handle","title":"Sneeboer Flowerbed Trowel - long Cherry handle","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe selection of different types of trowels offered by Sneeboer is vast.  We've tended to stick to the Transplanting Trowel and Old Dutch Trowels but for Summer 2023 we are exploring some of the other shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is the Flowerbed Trowel and as the name implies its shape has been designed to help when planting in tight areas.  The blade is 16cm long, but it tapered along its length (7 cm at its widest.). It also has a pronounced radius meaning it can not only move a significant amount of material but is also good at digging plug holes.  Also useful for working in pots as its unlikely to damage the sides of the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis is the long handle version and has a 22cm Cherry handle.  If you'd like the standard handle version you can find it \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/sneeboer-stainless-steel-garden-tools\/products\/sneeboer-flowerbed-trowel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 5th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap throw away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43914202546391,"sku":"","price":56.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/1_6fe363a9-4ca7-4ecd-a85d-a9ec9115c287.png?v=1690205883"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-transplanting-trowel-fork-gift-set","title":"Sneeboer Transplanting Trowel \u0026 Fork Gift Set","description":"","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44023796039895,"sku":"","price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/1_2b25b0c8-63b4-4ac0-b8a1-3752f3566a2b.png?v=1690982328"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-handspade","title":"Sneeboer Handspade","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe've always been fans of the Sneeboer Great Dixter \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/sneeboer-stainless-steel-garden-tools\/products\/sneeboer-perennial-spade\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlanting spade\u003c\/a\u003e, so when they announced they were making another similar tool we knew it would be one for us to stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's called the Handspade - and that describes it perfectly.  Think of it as a short handled spade. (and yes we are preparing for even more comments about it being a childrens spade when on display at shows!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has an overall length of 57cm.  The stainless steel spade head is 14cm by 12cm and is a normal spade shape, just scaled down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is Ash, with a T handle to allow for better grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 5th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap trow away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the Sneeboer Great Dixter Planting Spade is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are looking for a similar sized fork to sit alongside this tool then we'd recommend looking at the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/sneeboer-stainless-steel-garden-tools\/products\/sneeboer-planting-fork\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGreat Dixter Planting Fork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinalist for the Product of the Year 2024 - RHS Chelsea Flower Show.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44636771025111,"sku":"","price":79.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/1_1e6d42ff-0c65-474d-ac83-a68ceac4b842.png?v=1710243130"},{"product_id":"heirloom-trowel-standard","title":"Heirloom Trowel - Standard","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the great consequences of attending various shows\/events across the country is discovering new tools.  A conversation at a recent garden event in the Cotswolds led us to these trowels made by Shed 51.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe customer was raving about her favourite trowel which she'd has for a number of years.  She then disappeared off to fetch it - that was how excited she was to show me.  I'm really glad she did as I think they are a great concept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStill made in the Cotswold, they were originally sold as \"Uncle Peter's Trowel\" at various markets in the area.  Apparently they developed quiet the cult following in the area.  The original maker worked in the aerospace industry and the design really reflects that.  They are now made by another retired aviation specialist under the Shed 51 name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is copper and the digging blade from stainless steel.  Their clever design means no rivets or glue are needed in their assembly.  Extremely light weight and durable.  This standard length version weighs just 140grams, but will hold up to digging duties well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an overall length of 26cm -  the blade is 14cm long and 4 cm wide with a a good curve to it.  The copper handle is 12cm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's fitted with a leather loop for hanging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso available with a longer handle \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/shed-51-heirloom-trowels\/products\/heirloom-trowel-long-handle\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e or as a smaller pocket version \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/shed-51-heirloom-trowels\/products\/heirloom-trowel-pocket-size\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45326664499415,"sku":"","price":34.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/1_29e78406-ef8c-4e7c-8bd4-4cad67a5dc95.png?v=1718968706"},{"product_id":"heirloom-trowel-long-handle","title":"Heirloom Trowel - Long handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the great consequences of attending various shows\/events across the country is discovering new tools.  A conversation at a recent garden event in the Cotswolds led us to these trowels made by Shed 51.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe customer was raving about her favourite trowel which she'd has for a number of years.  She then disappeared off to fetch it - that was how excited she was to show me.  I'm really glad she did as I think they are a great concept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStill made in the Cotswold, they were originally sold as \"Uncle Peter's Trowel\" at various markets in the area.  Apparently they developed quiet the cult following in the area.  The original maker worked in the aerospace industry and the design really reflects that.  They are now made by another retired aviation specialist under the Shed 51 name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is copper and the digging blade from stainless steel.  Their clever design means no rivets or glue are needed in their assembly.  Extremely light weight and durable.  This long length version weighs just 200 grams, but will hold up to digging duties well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an overall length of 38cm -  the blade is 14cm long and 4 cm wide with a a good curve to it.  The copper handle is 24cm long.  This makes it useful for use in raised beds or for those that don't like to bend down as much.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's fitted with a leather loop for hanging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso available with a shorter handle \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/shed-51-heirloom-trowels\/products\/heirloom-trowel-standard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e or as a smaller pocket version \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/shed-51-heirloom-trowels\/products\/heirloom-trowel-pocket-size\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied brightly polished when new, both the stainless steel blade and copper handle will dull off with use.  You can see one that's been used for several years in the last two photos.  You could polish them back to a bright finish if you wished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45327275458775,"sku":"","price":46.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/6_c972a3dd-db57-45c8-a68f-efefaf5bc028.png?v=1718974297"},{"product_id":"heirloom-trowel-pocket-size","title":"Heirloom Trowel - pocket size","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the great consequences of attending various shows\/events across the country is discovering new tools.  A conversation at a recent garden event in the Cotswolds led us to these trowels made by Shed 51.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe customer was raving about her favourite trowel which she'd has for a number of years.  She then disappeared off to fetch it - that was how excited she was to show me.  I'm really glad she did as I think they are a great concept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStill made in the Cotswold, they were originally sold as \"Uncle Peter's Trowel\" at various markets in the area.  Apparently they developed quiet the cult following in the area.  The original maker worked in the aerospace industry and the design really reflects that.  They are now made by another retired aviation specialist under the Shed 51 name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is copper and the digging blade from stainless steel.  Their clever design means no rivets or glue are needed in their assembly.  Extremely light weight and durable.  This pocket version weighs just 100grams, but will hold up to digging duties well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an overall length of 19cm -  the blade is 10cm long and 4 cm wide with a a good curve to it.  The copper handle is 9cm long.  A perfect size to carry in a bag\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's fitted with a leather loop for hanging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard version is available \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/shed-51-heirloom-trowels\/products\/heirloom-trowel-standard\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e, and also one with a longer handle \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/shed-51-heirloom-trowels\/products\/heirloom-trowel-long-handle\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45327303803095,"sku":"","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/9_280339b7-c2e9-471e-a21b-30689ba322bb.png?v=1718974592"},{"product_id":"heirloom-pricking-out-trowel","title":"Heirloom Pricking Out Trowel","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the great consequences of attending various shows\/events across the country is discovering new tools.  A conversation at a recent garden event in the Cotswolds led us to these trowels made by Shed 51.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe customer was raving about her favourite trowel which she'd has for a number of years.  She then disappeared off to fetch it - that was how excited she was to show me.  I'm really glad she did as I think they are a great concept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStill made in the Cotswold, they were originally sold as \"Uncle Peter's Trowel\" at various markets in the area.  Apparently they developed quiet the cult following in the area.  The original maker worked in the aerospace industry and the design really reflects that.  They are now made by another retired aviation specialist under the Shed 51 name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pricking out trowel is a new addition to the product range.  You can find the standard trowel here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from a solid piece of copper.  It only weighs 50 grams!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is as small trowel designed to be used when pricking out and potting on young seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever I could see it being used for houseplants as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e21cm overall length with an 11cm blade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle has a hammered finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA real pratical thing of beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45328202006743,"sku":"","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/15.png?v=1718986047"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-stone-spade-with-steps","title":"Sneeboer Stone Spade with Steps","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe've had this spade on display at several shows recently and it certainly gets people asking \"what's that for?\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe answer is that its been designed specifically for digging in stoney or clay soil.  Soil that a standard spade doesn't have enough edge to bite into.  The \"crown\" design of the leading edge increases the cutting edge by around 30%.  The teeth allow you to break up the soil as you dig, and dislodge stones etc.  The two slots in the main blade body as designed to help prevent soil sticking to the head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are digging in challenging soils and have struggled with a standard spade then this could be an interesting tool for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel head and oversized Ash handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 5th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap trow away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight is just under 1.8Kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57045032501632,"sku":null,"price":159.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/1_3560476b-346c-4752-b78e-0e0290770a49.png?v=1765987929"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-the-field-shef","title":"Sneeboer The Field Shef","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a unqiue tool designed by Sneeboer.  You need to think of it as a blend between a fork and a spade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo why would you need this hybrid tool?  The initial action is like that of a spade, so it cuts into the soil, but then it works like a fork breaking things up.  If you have a tendency to be hard of garden forks then this could be a much stronger option for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 5th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap trow away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStainless steel head and Ash handle.  Weight is 1.5Kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMore photos to follow once the weather improves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57045078442368,"sku":null,"price":174.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/2_b1ccea42-745a-4ba7-ba9e-ea1d277f0349.png?v=1765988305"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-drainage-spade-with-steps","title":"Sneeboer Drainage Spade with Steps","description":"\u003cp\u003eTechnically this width and depth of spade head is for digging narrow drainage ditches - or for jobs like trenches for power cables etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut it doesn't need to be limited to that.  `There are many times in the garden where digging a narrow but deep hole is useful and obviously it can still be used to dig any size hole!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's sturdy stainless steel spade head is only 10cm wide, but 30cm deep.  It's then connected to an oversized Ash handle.  The overall length of the spade is 120cm and it weighs just over 1.8Kg.  It's a serious bit of kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 5th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap throw away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" width=\"160x160\" height=\"160x160\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58658647802240,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/SneeboerDrainingspadeavailableintheUKfromTinkerandFix.png?v=1786112397"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-helmantel-trowel","title":"Sneeboer Helmantel Trowel","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sneeboer product range is vast but I always get drawn to the unusual shaped tools that have often been designed for a specific use, or for somebody, or both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Helmantel Trowel was made at the request of Joseph Helmantel, a Dutch garden designer and plant grower.  Its unique shape has been designed for repeat replanting of young plug plants in nurseries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's basically a weeding trowel with the handle cranked at 90 degrees.  A few customers have mentioned it, and we'll see how we get on with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel head with an Ash handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 5th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap throw away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" width=\"160x160\" height=\"160x160\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58658689745280,"sku":null,"price":52.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/SneeboerHelmantelSpadeavailableintheUKfromTinkerandFix_2.png?v=1786112164"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-transplanting-hand-spade","title":"Sneeboer Transplanting Hand Spade","description":"\u003cp\u003eRight - this tool should be called the Tissot trowel with long handle.... but it isn't.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the same head shape as the Tissot Trowel (which you can find \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/products\/sneeboer-tissot-trowel-with-cherry-handle\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e) but with a longer handle.  This tool is designed for heavy clay soils where the twin point and heavy bevel of the head allows you to apply more pressure when digging.  The extra handle length and T handle just increases the usefulness of this tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tool has a 28cm handle and an overall length of 45cm.  Stainless steel head and an Ash handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 5th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap throw away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" width=\"160x160\" height=\"160x160\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58658729394560,"sku":null,"price":82.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/SneeboerTransplantinghandspadeavailableintheUKfromTinkerandFix.png?v=1786112085"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-thornett-trowel","title":"Sneeboer Thornett Trowel","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you are familiar with Sneeboer garden tools then this new long handled trowel will look very different from what you are used to.  Why? - because it doesn't have a wooden handle.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the first fully metal tools from Sneeboer - meaning that the handle is made from stainless steel as well as the trowel head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis project was a collaboration with Sid Hill, an English gardener who uses a similar looking long handled trowel that was made by his grandparents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tool has an overall length of 55cm and the trowel head is heavily scooped (16cm long by 9cm wide.)  It weighs 670grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo where does this tool fit in?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing an all metal construction means it's intrinsically strong.  The temptation with tools of this length is to use them as a lever when digging with them.  This can lead to issues with a wooden handle but that's less likely with a tubular metal handle.  Wooden handles do also need the occasional clean and treating with oil.  There's zero maintenance needed with stainless steel.  So that's a plus for this tool, if you don't like spending time looking after a tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe balance is good, which is often the case when the weight of the handle is similar to the head, but it is over 20% heavier that the Great Dixter Planting spade which I would class as a similar tool (in our garden anyway.)  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trowel head shape is rounded and more scoop like.  This is great if you have lighter soil with a lot of organic matter.  We have heavier clay soil and we always prefer a trowel with a pointed tip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might of gathered that we're not sure that this tool will replace the Great Dixter Planting spade in our garden.  We've heard good reports from customers about the Thornett Trowel so we might be converted... we'll keep using it and update this product listing as we have more time with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 5th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap throw away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" width=\"160x160\" height=\"160x160\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58658758295936,"sku":null,"price":99.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/SneeboerThornetTrowelavailableinUKfromTinkerandFix.png?v=1786124813"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-weeding-trowel-long-handle","title":"Sneeboer Weeding Trowel - long handle","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt's the tried, tested and liked weeding trowel, but with a long handle. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58658792374656,"sku":null,"price":57.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/SneeboerRaisedbedweedingtowelavailableintheUKfromTinkerandFix_2.png?v=1786111951"},{"product_id":"sneeboer-pointed-spade-with-steps","title":"Sneeboer Pointed Spade with Steps","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe first one of these pointed spades that we sold went to a grave digger at a green burial site in the Scottish Highlands.  We obviously met him when we had a stand at the Goodwood Revival....\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir use isn't limited to squaring up the corners of a grave.  The sharp head shape is a larger version of the Sneeboer Perennial spade.  Being flat means it's as useful for splitting perennials as it is for digging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pointed profile is also useful for digging in heavier soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has an overall length of 120cm and weighs 1.6Kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel head with Ash handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand forged by Sneeboer in the Netherlands, who have been making and developing garden tools since 1913.  Now in the hands of 5th generation family members, Sneeboer use stainless steel to craft the ultimate tools for gardeners.  Their tools are the anthesis of the cheap throw away culture.  Built to last a lifetime and to be maintain in order to continue to perform like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this item is hand forged please expect to see some hammer marks and black coke marks on the surface.  These add to the unique character of each tool and do not affect the durability or quality of the tool in anyway.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools? Tinker and FIx expain why they are worth the money and the wait\" href=\"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/blogs\/news\/why-sneeboer-garden-tools-are-worth-the-wait-and-the-investment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 10px; float: left;\" alt=\"Why invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/Blog_post_graphic_idea_1_160x160.png?v=1634826616\" width=\"160x160\" height=\"160x160\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhy invest in Sneeboer garden tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuite simply, they are high quality hand forged gardening tools that'll last a lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead our blog to find out more...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tinker and Fix ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58658798076288,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0014\/7895\/0971\/files\/SneeboerpointedspadewithStepsavailableintheUKfromTinkerandFix.png?v=1786103104"}],"url":"https:\/\/tinkerandfix.co.uk\/collections\/spades-trowels.oembed?page=3","provider":"Tinker and Fix ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}