Apex Pick Badger 36" Length Hickory Handle with Three Super Magnets

The Apex Pick Badger 36-inch is a prospecting pick built for tight-crevice work and all-day carry. Prospectors working bedrock cracks, hardpan layers, or narrow canyon washes need a tool that fits into confined spaces without sacrificing durability, this pick delivers a 10.0" x 3.5" head at 6mm thickness with a compact head design, paired with a 36-inch hickory handle and three super magnets for target recovery. At approximately 4.5 pounds, it's light enough to pack on multi-mile hikes without fatigue. The three super magnets embedded in the head pull ferrous targets from loose material, eliminating the need to carry a separate magnet retrieval tool. To get the most out of your gear in the field, check out our metal detecting tips and FAQs.

Why Prospectors Reach for the Badger 36-Inch

• Compact 10.0" x 3.5" head fits into narrow bedrock cracks and tight crevices where larger picks won't reach, letting you work confined spaces without switching tools.
• Three embedded super magnets pull iron targets and ferrous trash from loose material during cleanup, eliminating the need to carry a separate magnet or stop to hand-sort.
• Lightweight 4.5-pound design reduces arm fatigue on multi-hour prospecting sessions, making it practical for all-day carry on remote canyon hikes.
• 36-inch hickory handle delivers full swing momentum for breaking hardpan or prying cobbles without the back strain of a shorter tool.
• 6mm head thickness balances penetration and durability, thicker than lightweight camp picks, thinner than sledgehammer-grade tools, built for repeated bedrock strikes without bending.

USA-Made Hickory Construction for Repeated Bedrock Strikes

The Badger 36-inch is manufactured in the United States from hickory and tool-grade steel. Hickory provides shock absorption, reducing vibration transfer to your wrist and elbow on hardpan strikes, prospectors working decomposed granite or caliche layers for extended sessions notice the difference. The 6mm head thickness is thicker than lightweight camp picks but thinner than sledgehammer-grade prospecting tools, designed for repeated bedrock contact without bending or chipping. Three super magnets are embedded directly into the head during manufacturing, positioned to catch ferrous targets as you work loose material. The 36-inch length provides full swing arc for breaking consolidated layers or prying cobbles without requiring you to bend at the waist, reducing lower-back strain on multi-hour sessions. Apex manufactures the Badger series in five handle lengths (12", 18", 24", 30", 36") with magnet configurations ranging from zero to three, this SKU is the longest handle with maximum magnet count, built for prospectors prioritizing reach and magnetic recovery over packability.

Specifications

• Part Number: GC1035-6-36-3M
• Head Size: 10.0in x 3.5in (25cm x 9cm)
• Head Thickness: 6mm
• Handle Length: 36in (91cm)
• Handle Material: Hickory
• Magnets: Three super magnets
• Weight: 4.5 lbs (2.0 kg)
• Country of Manufacture: USA

Why Buy from Serious Detecting

We're an authorized Apex Picks dealer, and our team has run the Badger series on desert prospecting trips where compact head geometry matters. This pick ships with Apex's manufacturer warranty. You'll get free shipping on items over $99, a 30-day return window, and our price-match guarantee. Our staff answers technical questions about the full Apex Picks lineup, we know which handle length and magnet count fits your terrain because we've tested them in the field. For broader tool options, explore our full selection of metal detecting shovels, diggers & picks.