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Old 22-09-2005, 03:20 PM
MarkA[_1_] MarkA[_1_] is offline
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Originally Posted by wilko
Hi All

I've dug a large hole for a pond, using a digger, and now need a more subtle approach to finish it off. I'd like to use something like a pick-axe to help me shape the rim and get a bit of extra depth here and there.

Just wondering what the best tool for this job might be, or even if there might be a specialised implement of some kind. A normal fork and spade would do the job eventually, but don't have quite the power I need on what is pretty stony ground.

Thanks for any suggestions.
What you need is a mattock - like a pickaxe with a short broad blade - used by archaeologists all over the world. Don't know where you'd get one though, I'd like to know if you find out.

Mark