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27.165-in Steel Handle Digging shovel

Ratings & Reviews for Project Source 27.165-in Steel Handle Digging shovel

3.6
170
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 3.6 out of 5
170 Reviews


65% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers praise this shovel for its lightweight design and perfect sizing for young children ages 3-10, noting it encourages outdoor participation and learning. However, many report significant durability concerns, with the shovel bending or breaking during light digging, even in soft soil. While some find it adequate for raised-bed gardening or sand play, most reviewers emphasize it functions only for very gentle use. Overall, customers view it as suitable for toddlers in controlled settings but warn against expecting real digging capability.

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170 Customer Reviews

Very reasonably priced

Would Recommend

Good...small shovel for small jobs

April 25, 2023
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Shovel

It’s heavy duty and got the job done for me. Great price

April 18, 2023
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Great for kids!

Would Recommend

Perfect small shovel for children! Real metal that doesn't break.

April 18, 2023
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Great little kids shovel

Would Recommend

Perfect size and weight for my 3 yo. Constructed well and he really enjoys digging with it.

April 15, 2023
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Should Label as Kids Shovel, and not just shovel

Would Not Recommend

Should Label as Kids Shovel, and not just shovel. I ordered three of these, and I will be returning them if an adult can't use them.

April 3, 2023
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Lightweight and simple

Would Recommend

Lightweight and easy to carry around. It's great for use in a mulched or tilled garden or flowerbed for digging holes to plant vegetation

March 29, 2023
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