The Spear and Jackson Neverbend Professional Digging Spade is a solid forged garden spade designed for professional groundworkers and landscapers working in demanding conditions. Built to withstand intensive daily use, this professional-grade digging spade combines traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing techniques to deliver exceptional durability and performance. The solid forged carbon steel head and socket construction provides superior strength compared to pressed or welded alternatives, making this digging spade ideal for breaking new ground, edging borders, and general cultivation work. The long lipped socket is securely rivetted to the weatherproofed hardwood shaft, creating a robust connection that resists the stresses of heavy digging in compacted or stony soils. A hammer finish epoxy coating protects the blade against rust, scratches, humidity and alkaline soil conditions, ensuring the spade maintains its cutting edge and structural integrity through years of pro