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AMES 2701600 Post Hole Digger with Hardwood Measurement Handle, 58-Inch

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Hardwood Handle Post Hole Digger
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  • IDEAL USE: Used to dig fence post holes and in ground support for projects like decks and mailboxes
  • STRONG BLADE: Post hole digger with durable tempered steel blade
  • OVERSIZED CUSHION GRIP for comfort
  • MEASURING STICK on the handle for digging more accurate hole depths
  • NORTH AMERICAN HARDWOOD HANDLE for strength and durability

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Easy to use
4.4 4.4
Ergonomic
4.3 4.3
Value for money
4.1 4.1
Sturdiness
4.0 4.0

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Customer Ratings
Sturdiness
4.0
4.0
3.1
4.5
Ergonomic
4.3
4.5
4.5
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material
Wood, Metal
Alloy Steel
high carbon steel blades
Plastic, Metal
Fiberglass
Fiberglass, Alloy Steel
size
68-Inch
One Size
58-Inch
1 Pack
58-Inch
5.5-Inch
style
Hardwood Handle Post Hole Digger
Post Hole Digger
Drain Spade Teeth
Fiberglass Handle Post Hole Digger
weight
8.85 pounds
9.7 pounds
9.5 pounds
8.6 pounds

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Product Description

The Ames post hole digger is used for digging post holes for decks and fencing. It can also be used to dig footings. This tool is ideal for digging precise holes for projects like fence posts and in ground supports.

Customer reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
1,223 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of use and quality of the shovel spade. For example, they mention it's great for hand digging post holes and it'll make the job easier. That said, some complain about the handle breaking easily.

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74 customers mention61 positive13 negative

Customers like the quality of the shovel spade. They say it is a sturdy tool for soils with smaller rocks and medium roots, and is made in the USA. Some customers are also impresseded with how well it works and how sturdy it is. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...ash wood (the same as professional baseball bats are made from) is sturdy and easier to grip. Only sweaty hands will slip...." Read more

"Much sturdier than my old set" Read more

"...Other than missing almost a foot in length, the tool is well made. I own other Ames garden tools, and they last for years when taken care of." Read more

"...I used it on ten holes the day I got it and was amazed how well it worked. Thanks for a great tool." Read more

23 customers mention23 positive0 negative

Customers find the shovel spade easy to use. They say it's a great tool for hand digging post holes, with a ruler on the handle. Customers also appreciate the hardwood handles, which are easier to grip and more comfortable. Overall, customers are satisfied with the ease of use of the shovela spade.

"...All connecting rivets and/ or screws are secure and need no further work to keep them performing well for years to come...." Read more

"The post hole digger is great! Ames needs to bubble wrap the handles before shipping though. The first tool I received the rubber grip was ripped...." Read more

"I used it to plant a couple of rose bushes. Makes it easier for planting." Read more

"This is a sturdy heavy post hole digger. The parts are all bolted on and because the handles are round and not square replacements are easy to find..." Read more

22 customers mention3 positive19 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the handle of the shovel spade. They mention that it breaks easily, the welds on the digging part came apart, and the rubber grip was ripped. Some say that the handle arrived torn or damaged.

"...The first tool I received the rubber grip was ripped. The replacement tool received the handle grips were not ripped but marked up pretty good." Read more

"...and this is not helpful unless we wet the ground first..the handles actually bend when we are trying to make a hole!" Read more

"...been used in the last couple of months and using it tonight and having it break (and being outside of Amazon's 1 month return policy) is really..." Read more

"Handle snapped off and husband had to fix it before we could use it by replacing the wooden handle. Bad wood. Glad my husband is handy!" Read more

Post hole digger is 58" long, not 68". Other than that, well made.
4 Stars
Post hole digger is 58" long, not 68". Other than that, well made.
The description for this posthole digger is incorrect and does not measure 68" inches long.This is a 58" inch long posthole digger.Other than missing almost a foot in length, the tool is well made. I own other Ames garden tools, and they last for years when taken care of.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2023
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Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2023
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4.0 out of 5 stars Post hole digger is 58" long, not 68". Other than that, well made.
Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2023
The description for this posthole digger is incorrect and does not measure 68" inches long.
This is a 58" inch long posthole digger.
Other than missing almost a foot in length, the tool is well made. I own other Ames garden tools, and they last for years when taken care of.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2023
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Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2020
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5.0 out of 5 stars Packaging needs work
Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2020
The post hole digger is great! Ames needs to bubble wrap the handles before shipping though. The first tool I received the rubber grip was ripped. The replacement tool received the handle grips were not ripped but marked up pretty good.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2019
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Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2023
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Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2023
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5.0 out of 5 stars Strong and easy to handle
Reviewed in Canada on September 29, 2022
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Steve in Victoria
5.0 out of 5 stars Works well.
Reviewed in Canada on July 13, 2021
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j p bahary
4.0 out of 5 stars Good quality
Reviewed in Canada on October 13, 2021
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Peter
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Reviewed in Canada on July 31, 2021
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2.0 out of 5 stars Disapointed!
Reviewed in Canada on November 1, 2019
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