Fiskars
Fiskars Steel D-Handle Digging Shovel
A heavy-duty steel digging shovel from Fiskars, built for demanding soil conditions with an ergonomic D-handle grip.
# Digging Shovel with Steel D-handle (46")
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The Fiskars® steel D-handle digging shovel features a durable design that provides excellent grip when you are digging in the garden. The welded steel construction is far more durable than wood and won't flex like fiberglass. The large D-handle design offers two-handed control, a sharpened blade cuts into dense soil easily, and an extra-large foot platform helps maximize force to break up hardened soil clods.®
- Ideal for digging in tough soil - Large D-handle design offers secure two-handed control when digging - Welded 14-gauge hardened steel blade and 18-gauge steel shaft provide durability that far outlasts wood-handled tools and won't flex like fiberglass - Sharpened blade makes it easy to penetrate tough soil or break up hardened dirt clods - Extra-large foot platform helps maximize force when driving the blade into soil - Powder-coated steel resists rust and offers easy cleaning - Length: 46" - Lifetime warranty
Product Article Number 396690-1001
Key features
- Durable steel blade with ergonomic D-handle
- ideal for digging in Zone 5 clay soils
- rust-resistant for wet spring conditions
Seen at 6 retailers from $29.94 to $38.99 as of 2026-03-14. Prices change — check the retailer for the current price.
A workhorse tool designed for the kind of compacted, clay-heavy ground that defeats lesser shovels.
What stands out
- Full steel construction offers durability suited to hard, compacted soils
- D-handle design gives added leverage and control in tight digging situations
- Rust-resistant finish holds up through wet seasons without significant corrosion
- Fiskars is a well-established brand with a track record in durable garden tools
What to weigh
- All-steel build adds weight compared to fibreglass or aluminium-handled alternatives
- D-handle suits close-quarters digging but limits reach versus a long straight handle
- No cushioned grip, which may cause fatigue during extended use
Great fit if
- Gardeners regularly working in heavy clay or compacted soils
- Those who need a compact, controlled grip for raised beds or confined spaces
- Anyone prioritising longevity and rust resistance over lightweight handling
Skip it if
- Gardeners who prefer a lightweight tool for prolonged digging sessions
- Those needing a long-handled shovel for deep trenching or wide-area work