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May 29, 2026 - 03:35 PM
Constructed from premium aircraft-quality steel, the Sampson maximizes structural strength while eliminating the unnecessary mass found in heavy mild-steel hardware shovels. At 18 inches overall, it fits comfortably inside a large backpack, straps to an ATV rack, or slides behind a truck seat. For detectorists who hike miles into remote farm fields or desert sites, this lightweight profile enables an easy all-day carry. It provides enough physical heft to drive the blade through tough ground without handle flex, making it a premier choice among our wider selection of specialized metal detecting
