Open Socket West Country Shovel

The Faithfull Open Socket West Country Shovel is a traditional round mouth shovel designed for heavy-duty digging and earthmoving tasks. Fitted with an open socket construction and a long 1300mm straight wooden handle, this shovel follows the time-honoured design preferred by contractors and groundworkers in the West Country region. The round mouth blade measures 300 x 275mm, providing an excellent balance of capacity and manoeuvrability for general excavation work. The extended handle length offers superior leverage and reduces back strain when moving soil, aggregates, or loose materials, making it particularly suitable for prolonged digging operations. Ideal for landscapers, groundworkers, and contractors undertaking excavation projects, drainage works, or general site preparation. The traditional wooden shaft provides natural shock absorption whilst the open socket design ensures reliable attachment between blade and handle during demanding applications. Features and Benefits: • Extended 1300mm handle for improved leverage and reduced back strain • Open socket construction for secure blade-to-handle connection • Round mouth blade design suited to general excavation and earthmoving • Traditional West Country pattern preferred by regional contractors Specifications: Shovel Type: West Country Handle Shape: Straight Shaft Material: Wood Blade: 300 x 275mm (12 x 11in) Handle: 1300mm (52in)