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The Garrett Edge Digger is a 12-inch carbon steel digging tool with a 7.5-inch serrated blade and belt-mount sheath. Detectorists working in compacted soil and rocky ground need a digger that cuts through roots and clay without bending, and the Edge Digger's double-sided serrated edge handles those conditions without the weight penalty of a full-length shovel. The included belt sheath keeps the tool accessible on your hip for fast target recovery.
What's Included with the Garrett Edge Digger
- Garrett Edge Digger with 7.5-inch serrated carbon steel blade
- Belt-mount carry sheath for hip attachment
Why Detectorists Reach for the Garrett Edge Digger
- Serrated double-sided edge cuts through roots, clay, and compacted soil without requiring a second tool for sawing or prying.
- Non-slip guard and rubber handle keep your hand positioned safely above the blade during aggressive digging in rocky ground.
- Belt sheath mounts the digger at your hip for single-hand retrieval, eliminating the need to drop the detector or fish a tool from a backpack between targets.
- 12-inch total length balances reach with portability for detectorists who walk miles per hunt and need a tool that doesn't add pack weight.
- Carbon steel construction holds an edge through seasons of use in abrasive soil without the brittleness of hardened stainless blades.
Carbon Steel Edge and Rubber Grip for Rocky Ground
The Edge Digger's 7.5-inch blade is forged from carbon steel with cutting teeth on both edges, so you can saw through roots or pry against rocks without switching tools. The non-slip guard sits between the blade and handle to stop your hand from sliding forward during hard strikes, and the rubber handle absorbs shock when you're digging through caliche or hardpan. We've run this digger in desert washes and Midwest farm fields where the soil packs hard after rain, and the serrated edge bites into clay that would turn a smooth blade. The belt sheath holds the digger securely at your side, positioned for a quick draw when you've pinpointed a target and need to start digging without setting down your detector. Detectorists working metal detecting hand diggers & gold picks with standard handles appreciate the Edge Digger's balance between cutting power and carry weight.
Specifications
- Blade Length: 7.5in (19cm)
- Total Length: 12in (30cm)
- Blade Material: Carbon steel with serrated double-sided edge
- Handle: Rubber grip with non-slip guard
- Included Sheath: Belt-mount carry sheath
- Country of Manufacture: USA
- Warranty: Garrett manufacturer warranty
Why Buy from Serious Detecting
We're an authorized Garrett dealer, so every Edge Digger ships with the manufacturer warranty and access to Garrett's specialized customer support and technical service facility in the United States. Our team runs metal detecting shovels, diggers & picks in the field and can answer questions about blade geometry and sheath mounting before you order. Free shipping on all orders, 30-day returns if the digger doesn't fit your digging style, and price-match guarantee if you find a lower advertised price from another authorized Garrett dealer.
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