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Jun 03, 2026 - 10:23 AM
The Lesche All Purpose Shovel's tapered cutting edge is heat-treated after forming, which hardens the steel to resist deformation when striking rocks, roots, or frozen ground. The tapered geometry and hardened surface create a virtually self-sharpening effect during use, as you dig through soil and gravel, the edge maintains its cutting performance without manual honing. The heat treatment process increases the edge's resistance to dents and nicks, so the shovel stays effective through hundreds of plugs. Detectorists who hunt rocky sites or hard clay report that the Lesche AP Shovel's edge outlasts stamped carbon-steel alternatives by multiple seasons. The five-year warranty against breakage under normal use backs the heat-treated construction.
