The draper solid forged contractors cable laying shovel is a heavy duty digging tool specifically designed for trench work and cable installation. Built with an all steel tubular shaft and a solid forged slim blade, this contractors shovel delivers the strength and durability required for demanding groundwork tasks. The blade is correctly hardened to withstand the rigours of breaking through compacted soil and clay, whilst the narrow profile makes it ideal for digging precise trenches for utility cables and pipework. The powder coated finish provides enhanced corrosion protection, extending the working life of the tool even in wet conditions. Designed for professional contractors and groundworkers, this shovel features a metal yd handle fitted with a wooden cross dowel for improved grip comfort during extended use. The slim blade design excels at cutting neat, controlled trenches in confined spaces where standard spades would prove unwieldy, making it particularly suitable for electrical contractors, utility installers, and landscaping professionals. Features and benefits bull all steel tubular shaft for robust construction bull solid forged slim blade, correctly hardened for strength bull powder coated finish for extra durability and corrosion protection bull metal yd handle with wooden cross dowel for comfortable grip specifications head size 114 125mm base top x 280mm overall length 1010mm contents 1 x draper expert all steel contractors cable laying shovel