Apex Pick Badger LT 30-Inch Hickory Handle Metal Detecting Pick with One Super Magnet

The Apex Pick Badger LT is a lightweight prospecting pick with a 10.0-inch by 3.5-inch head built from steel, designed for detectorists and prospectors who need to work tight crevices and confined spaces where full-size picks won't fit. Prospectors hunting bedrock cracks and detectorists digging pinpointed targets in rocky ground reach for the Badger LT when maneuverability matters more than digging volume. The 30-inch hickory handle balances reach with pack weight, and the single super magnet captures ferrous fragments during cleanup without adding bulk.

Why Prospectors and Detectorists Reach for the Badger LT

• Compact 10.0-inch by 3.5-inch head fits into bedrock cracks, root pockets, and confined spaces where standard picks bind or overshoot the target.
• 30-inch hickory handle delivers reach for standing work without the fatigue penalty of a 36-inch model, balancing prying power against all-day carry weight.
• Single super magnet captures iron fragments and ferrous trash during cleanup, keeping the work area clear without the weight of a three-magnet configuration.
• Steel head construction holds an edge through rocky ground and resists bending under pry loads that would deform lighter picks.
• Made in the USA at Apex's facility, built to the same durability standard as the full-size Badger series. Need a longer handle for deeper holes? The Badger LT 36-inch model adds six inches of reach.

6mm Steel Head for Crevice Work and Target Recovery

The Badger LT's 10.0-inch by 3.5-inch head is smaller than the standard Badger, giving prospectors the precision to work narrow bedrock seams without disturbing adjacent material. The 6mm steel construction holds a sharp edge through repeated strikes on quartz and granite, and the flat side doubles as a pry surface when you need to lift a slab or widen a crack. Detectorists digging pinpointed targets in compacted clay or root-bound soil use the pointed end to break through surface crust, then switch to the flat edge to lever out the plug. The single super magnet sits near the head and pulls ferrous fragments out of the hole as you work, so you're not re-digging the same iron nail or fence staple.

• Best for: Prospectors working tight bedrock cracks, detectorists digging rocky ground where a full-size pick won't fit, day-long hunts where weight matters.
• Less ideal for: High-volume digging in soft ground where a larger head moves more material per stroke, users who need three magnets for heavy iron-trash environments.

How it compares to other Apex Picks

The Badger LT series shares the same head dimensions across handle lengths, so your choice comes down to reach versus pack weight.

Specifications

• Part Number: GC1035-6-30-1M
• Head Size: 10.0in x 3.5in (25cm x 9cm)
• Head Thickness: 6mm
• Handle Length: 30in (76cm)
• Handle Material: Hickory
• Weight: Approx. 4 lbs (1.8kg)
• Magnets: One super magnet
• Country of Manufacture: USA

Why Buy from Serious Detecting

Serious Detecting is an authorized Apex Picks dealer, so your Badger LT ships with the manufacturer warranty and access to Apex's USA-based support. Our team runs Apex picks in the field and can answer questions about handle length, magnet configuration, and head geometry for your hunting style. Every order over $99 ships free, and we back it with a 30-day return window and price-match guarantee. If you find a lower price on an identical in-stock pick, we'll match it.