Fiskars 57.5" Long-Handled Steel Digging Shovel (396680) Review (2026)
By The DIYPicks Team · Updated July 2026
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- Digging holes
- Planting
- Removing sod
An all-steel round-point workhorse for the single most common garden job: digging and planting holes. The welded one-piece build removes the wood-handle failure point, so it's the safe default if you dig often and hate replacing broken handles.
Pros
- One-piece welded steel won't snap at the collar like wood or flex like fiberglass
- Sharpened round point plus oversized foot platform bites into hard clay easily
- Powder-coated shaft resists rust and the teardrop profile adds prying stiffness
Cons
- All-steel build is heavier than a comparable wood or fiberglass shovel
- Steel shaft transmits more shock to your hands in frozen or rocky ground
- Longer 57.5 in length is awkward for close, low work like bulb planting
Specifications
| Type | Round-point digging shovel |
|---|---|
| Blade | Welded 14-gauge hardened, sharpened steel |
| Handle | 18-gauge welded steel shaft, 57.5 in overall |
| Grip | Long straight, padded ergonomic top |
| Best for | Digging & planting holes in dense soil |