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product_id: 17930409
title: "Clarington Forge Poachers Spade"
brand: "bulldog tools"
price: "₨13628"
currency: LKR
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reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.lk/products/17930409-clarington-forge-poachers-spade
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region: Sri Lanka
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# Hand-turned hardwood handle with ergonomic split YD grip Compact 38" length with narrow 5"x10.5" blade for precision transplanting Forged single-piece metal head for unmatched durability Clarington Forge Poachers Spade

**Brand:** bulldog tools
**Price:** ₨13628
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🌿 Dig Deeper, Plant Smarter — The Poachers Spade for Gardeners Who Demand the Best

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Clarington Forge Poachers Spade by bulldog tools
- **How much does it cost?** ₨13628 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.lk](https://www.desertcart.lk/products/17930409-clarington-forge-poachers-spade)

## Best For

- bulldog tools enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted bulldog tools brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ergonomic Comfort:** Hand-turned ash wood handle with a split YD grip offers superior control and comfort during extended gardening sessions.
- • **Lifetime Durability:** Forged metal head and socket crafted from a single piece eliminates weak points and welds, ensuring a tool that lasts decades.
- • **Heritage Craftsmanship:** Proudly made in England by Bulldog Tools, a trusted manufacturer since 1790, blending tradition with modern performance.
- • **Precision Transplanting:** Slim 5" wide by 10.5" long blade designed to create smooth, narrow holes perfect for perennial plants and tight garden spaces.
- • **Versatile Garden Essential:** Ideal for flower beds, vegetable gardens, and even tough clay soils—trusted by master gardeners and habitat restoration pros alike.

## Overview

The Clarington Forge Poachers Spade is a precision transplanting tool featuring a forged single-piece metal head and socket for exceptional strength, paired with a hand-turned ash wood handle for ergonomic comfort. Measuring 38 inches in length with a narrow 5" by 10.5" blade, it excels in creating smooth holes for perennials and navigating tight garden spaces. Crafted in England by Bulldog Tools since 1790, this spade combines heritage craftsmanship with modern durability, making it a trusted choice for professional gardeners and enthusiasts tackling everything from delicate flower beds to heavy clay soils.

## Description

"The Poachers Spade as the name suggests were once used by groundskeepers & poachers for digging rabbits and other varmints out of their burrows. Nowadays, they make very fine transplanting tools:the small, narrow blade is perfectly configured to dig the smmoth walled holes for the usual nursery sizes of perennial plants. You can even use this tool while down on your knees to divide clumps of old perennials, to work in a narrow flower bed, beside a wall or to transplant srubs." Quote from the Smith & Hawken Tool Book by William Bryant Logan. Clarington Forge is the brand name used by the manufacturer in England. Bulldog as they are called in England still make their tools in England having done so since 1790. The head and socket is made from a single piece of metal that is forged and beaten into shape so that there are no eak points or welds to break. The premier wooden shatfs are hand turned in the Bulldog workshops, stained and varnished for weather protection. The tool will last a lifetime of use

Review: Master gardener says this is the best shovel! - I bought it as a gift for a great habitat restoration group in Marin, Ca called SPAWN. Was on their wishlist. They were thrilled.
Review: The Tool for a Lifetime - I bought this excellent shovel for my daughter-in-law to tackle the Black Swamp clay in her new yard. She knew the clay is super heavy (like molding clay) in the spring and becomes concrete by July. She said she never could have planted her 7 roses without it. People around here break tools digging in our clay. She really liked the thinner/longer dimensions - penetrated the clay efficiently.

## Features

- the perfect transplanting spade/shovel. Blade is 5" wide and 10.5" long
- Made in England by a garden tool manufacturer that started business in 1790
- Forged head and with long metal solid socket to hold handle. Very durable and strong.
- Hardwood handle with split YD grip.
- small, narrow blade and overall 38" length makes this tool perfect for use in the flower or vegetable garden.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B006ZO0VIG |
| Best Sellers Rank | #863,044 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #139 in Gardening Spades |
| Blade Material | Metal |
| Brand | Bulldog Tools |
| Customer Reviews | 4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars (33) |
| Grip Type | Ergonomic |
| Handle Material | Ash Wood |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 3.65 pounds |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 38 x 5 x 3 inches |
| Item model number | RST |
| Manufacturer | Bulldog Tools |
| Material | Metal |
| Product Dimensions | 38 x 5 x 3 inches |
| Style | Classic |

## Product Details

- **Blade Material:** Metal
- **Brand:** Bulldog Tools
- **Grip Type:** Ergonomic
- **Handle Material:** Ash Wood
- **Item Weight:** 3.65 Pounds
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 38 x 5 x 3 inches
- **Material:** Metal
- **Style:** Classic

## Images

![Clarington Forge Poachers Spade - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/415JsHBPypL.jpg)
![Clarington Forge Poachers Spade - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71DLVc878HL.jpg)
![Clarington Forge Poachers Spade - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7136rNvD4jL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Where is it made? The country of origin?**
A: It’s made in the UK - see the description in the product specification section on Amazon. It’s my favorite spade as it is very good for digging small holes and also digging into the stony ground of Vermont

**Q: What is the length of the poacher's spade, from the heel plate to tip?**
A: It's about 28 1/2 inches from the top of the wooden handle to the heel plate and 10 1/2 inches from heel plate to the botton of the spade.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Master gardener says this is the best shovel!
*by A***O on April 18, 2024*

I bought it as a gift for a great habitat restoration group in Marin, Ca called SPAWN. Was on their wishlist. They were thrilled.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Tool for a Lifetime
*by O***R on May 11, 2023*

I bought this excellent shovel for my daughter-in-law to tackle the Black Swamp clay in her new yard. She knew the clay is super heavy (like molding clay) in the spring and becomes concrete by July. She said she never could have planted her 7 roses without it. People around here break tools digging in our clay. She really liked the thinner/longer dimensions - penetrated the clay efficiently.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Gold Standard for Spades
*by P***R on December 10, 2025*

My Clarington Forge Poachers Spade stands out as one of my favorite tools, hands down. Its design offers exceptional balance and durability, with a handle that provides a comfortable, ergonomic grip. The construction is robust enough for heavy-duty tasks such as planting trees and shrubs, yet its compact size and lightweight build make it equally effective for precision work like planting annuals and perennials. This tool has become an essential part of my kit—alongside my secateurs, it’s the one item I never leave behind.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-19*