The OX Trade Trenching Shovel comes with a heat-treated blade made from solid forged steel that's perfect for working in narrow spaces like pipe laying. This shovel is made from an all-steel construction for increased strength. Its handle is made from smooth, round wood for greater comfort and its ‘Y’-shape provides space large enough for even the largest of hands. This shovel has a tapered tip Its longer shovel gives you maximise reach and increases leverage, while also decreasing the risk of strain injury. This shovel's robust lightweight design comes with a powder-coated finish to protect from rust.