Spear & Jackson 16 Draining Spade Spear & Jackson 16 Draining Spade is a solid forged steel heavy duty shovel that can be specifically used for extending narrow trenches and drainage channels. This product from Spear and Jackson is also perfect to use when laying pipes and cables. The Head of the spade has been powder coated to make sure it is resistant against rust, scratches, humidity and other excess alkalis. Features: Solid forged carbon steel head for strength and durability Tubular steel handle rotary welded to the socket to ensure perfect alignment of weld Powder-coated head for resistance against rust, scratches, humidity, and excess alkalis Easily passes BS3388 Load Test Specification: 402mm(16) x 106mm(4) solid forged carbon steel head 110mm(4.3/8) lift on head 711mm(28) x 31.75mm(1.1/4) dia tubular steel handle (including socket) Metal YD hilt