Fiskars shovels: varieties and popular models
The history of the Fiskars brand goes back a hundred years. The organization has existed since 1649. When the Swedes ruled Finland, a small village was founded, which had the name Fiskari. It was at this place that there were many deposits of iron ore, and an iron processing factory was founded. In the second half of the last century, the company achieved worldwide fame, because it began to produce agricultural tools. The range of the manufactured product is very extensive, and one of the well-known positions is all kinds of shovels.
Peculiarities
Finnish workers were able to develop an excellent technology, which provides for the reinforcement of the scoop: from the inside, specialized steel rods are soldered to form stiffening ribs. And the end is framed along the edges with an iron blade, and therefore the tool can serve for a very long time. The bucket will not wear off as its metal rods increase elasticity. The current Fiskars shovels are made of steel and aluminum, so the equipment will not rust.
A feature of the products is that all shovel shafts are equipped with polypropylene anti-slip pads, and this prevents hands from slipping. During work, the material remains pleasant to the touch.
Varieties
The best tools for all kinds of jobs are Fiskars shovels. There are many models: gardening, construction, tourism, treasure hunting and others.
Fiskars 131320 foldable model: it is not recommended to take it for the coping, because it will be inconvenient due to its small size. But it comes in handy for hard-to-reach places and can easily fit into a small backpack.
Fiskars SmartFit telescopic model it is of good quality, but has the only drawback that it is not suitable for sand. It has dimensions of 1055-1255 mm.
Bayonet
The bayonet shovel can be divided into 2 types: shortened and full bayonet. The first type can be placed in a bag for a metal detector, since it is small, but the second type must be carried in the trunk of a car. In addition, Fiskars shovels are short and full. Full ones have a telescopic, metal handle, but it is better to hold such a shovel on your shoulder during work.
The Fiskars earthmoving shovel is suitable for those working on hard, clay and rocky ground. Due to the steel, which is enriched with prefabricated joints, the blade has sufficient strength. Convenience is obtained due to the angle of inclination on the blade relative to the handle. This species has a weight of 2 kg and a length of 114 centimeters, all this makes it easy to work with.
Marching
The Fiskars Quality folding model is suitable for tourists and summer residents, as it has a short size and light weight. With such a shovel, you can work on trenches and in shallow ditches.
The steel of this model contains boron, aluminum and special plastics.
For the grip to be comfortable and safe, the handle should be wide and collapsible: easy to fold and unfold. The blade is well sharpened, so it easily enters the ground. The length of the shovel itself is about 60 cm, and when folded - 26 cm.
The Fiskars 1001574 (131520) is a short and light camping shovel with a length of only 72 centimeters. The scoop is made of aluminum and can slide well on the ground. And the comfortable handle is made of polymers. All parts are well attached to each other.
Winter
The Fiskars SnowXpert winter shovel is made of plastic and aluminum. This tool is a snow blower. It is equipped with a handle with a length of 1.4 m and a handle with a width of 36 cm. Thanks to these features, a very large area can be cleaned. The handle has a non-slip grip for a comfortable grip. The material of the product will be able to provide reliability and endurance from frost, and the shape of the scoop with a pointed edge facilitates the rapid cleaning of ice and snow. The shovel shaft is made of aluminum and has a plastic cover. Product weight is about 1.4 kg.
Automotive
The Solid Fiskars 1019353 (143073) model is suitable for those who need to remove frozen snow near their car.
This type is made of heavy-duty heat-resistant plastic, such a shovel is almost impossible to break.
The bucket has a sharp edge and stiffening ribs, so snow can be removed quickly and easily, and the snowflakes themselves will not stick to the shovel during cleaning. Due to its compact size, this species can be left in the trunk of a car. This shovel is 63 cm long, 10.6 cm high and 23 cm wide. And its weight is only half a kilogram. For a comfortable grip, there is a shortened handle on the handle. The form of the tools is soviet.
Popular models
Fiskars manufacturers produce well-known series of shovels such as Solid Plus, SnowXpert and others. The Solid Plus model is a bayonet shovel. The stable steel handle has a circular cross-section and a length of about 123 cm. The handle is made of plastic and will fit any size hand. Thanks to the plastic cover, your hands will not freeze in the cold. The tool has a strong welded connection between the blade and the handle. The weight of such a shovel is about two kilograms.
In most cases, the SnowXpert model is suitable for motorists. The tool is made of white, strong, durable plastic, and the blade is made of stainless steel, which is attached deep in the shovel so that it cannot fall when working. The handle is small, so it is easy to use. The scoop and handle are also made of plastic. The plastic itself is of high quality and pleasant to the touch, since all its edges are smooth. The length of the entire product is about 64 cm. The working part is 23 cm wide. The weight of the entire tool is 0.53 kg. This shovel will last much longer than regular snow shovels.
Optional accessories
A special protective cover is available for shortened Fiskars shovels. It is made of good, reliable, non-perishable fabric and has a water-repellent layer based on polyurethane. According to its design, the item has one capacious block for storing a shovel, a safety zipper with a slider, one voluminous strap with the ability to adjust. This strap can be used as a handle to comfortably carry the shovel in a horizontal position.
How to choose?
Before buying a shovel, we need to know some characteristics:
- inventory must be safe, of high quality and fit for growth;
- the tool should be lightweight, versatile and suitable for different soil;
- the shovel should keep the sharpening carefully and not blunt against the stones.
And we also need to choose the right shovel so that it fits in the car. If you are traveling by car, it is better to choose a Solid Big or telescopic tool. And if you go by public transport, then you need to choose the type that will fit in a backpack.
Fiskars 2500 Ergo - this model fits perfectly into a bag, since its length is about 81 cm, and its weight is only 1355 grams. It will be convenient to dig with it, since the handle is at a special angle, which makes it possible for the hands to keep in one direction.
Pros:
- small, total length of about 81 cm, this makes it possible to transport inventory in the trunk or in a case;
- high-quality and comfortable handle;
- the bend of the handle is made in such a way as to use the shovel as a lever, pulling the earth out of the pit;
- the design in the blade allows you to use the equipment both as a bayonet and as a shovel, and at the ends there are bends for using the legs in the process;
- the material of the shovel is high-quality steel, which allows you to cut down roots, red bricks and even young trees.
The downside is the weight, which is about 1.6 kilograms, and it gets a little heavy during long works.
So, Fiskars is a world leader in home, garden and leisure products. The products are lightweight, reliable and durable in use, which indicates the high quality of materials and their strength.
For a more detailed overview of the Fiskars shovel, see the next video.
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