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Does the round edge design work for cutting through thick roots?
King of Spades D-Handle Shovel with 11-Inch Round Edge
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Open Jun 02, 2026 - 12:57 PM
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Jun 02, 2026 - 12:58 PM
The round edge cuts through small to medium roots efficiently, but it's less effective on thick roots compared to a serrated-edge model like the Ground Shark. The tapered round edge concentrates force at the cutting surface, so you can slice through roots up to about 1 inch in diameter with repeated strikes. For roots thicker than 1 inch, you may need to chop around the root or use a saw. The self-sharpening edge stays keen enough to cut fibrous roots in wooded relic sites and urban parks with mature trees. If you hunt areas with heavy root systems, consider a serrated-edge shovel for faster root cutting.
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King of Spades D-Handle Shovel with 11-Inch Round Edge
The King of Spades D-handle shovel with an 11-inch round edge is a heat-treated aircraft-grade steel spade built for contractors, landscapers, and diggers working hard soil, rocky ground, and root-heavy terrain. The tapered cutting edge resists dents and nicks from tough digging conditions and sharp...
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