About Us

MarkA[_1_] · 22-09-2005, 03:20 PM

Quote:

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

wilko · 22-09-2005, 07:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MarkA

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

Thanks Mark, you're dead right. If you Google for "mattock" you'll find 2 or 3 UK firms that will supply a mattock for £15 - £20.

Thanks again.

23-09-2005, 09:00 PM

In message , MarkA
writes

wilko Wrote:
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.

Agricultural suppliers - mine came from Mole Valley.
--
Robert

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version	Search this Thread: Advanced Search
Display Modes
Switch to Linear Mode Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
good to bury rusty implement under plant?	karaman	Gardening	2	14-05-2011 10:15 AM
how do bulbs get buried so deep? pick-axe in transplanting	[email protected]	Plant Science	6	17-05-2009 06:18 AM
using a pick axe in transplanting & keeping a bull in a orchard	[email protected]	Plant Science	0	05-05-2009 06:19 AM
Breaking up thick & wide roots of Black Olive. 8 lb Maul or 3 1/2 lb Axe?	Wilton Milktoast	Gardening	1	30-07-2006 04:57 AM
Gardening Australia for the axe?	Basil Chupin	Australia	16	16-11-2004 12:20 PM

Menu

About Us