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May 29, 2026 - 12:58 PM
The Lesche Sampson shovel works for moving overburden and digging test holes in prospecting areas, but it is not a replacement for a full-size spade when you are moving large volumes of material. Prospectors use the Sampson to sample creek banks, dig shallow bedrock crevices, and clear vegetation from detector targets in mineralized ground. The serrated edge cuts through root mats in riparian zones, and the rust-resistant steel handles wet conditions without pitting.
