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The Lesche Sampson Combo delivers a complete digging solution for relic hunting, coin recovery, and gold prospecting. This kit pairs the Lesche Sampson 18-inch T-handle shovel with a left-serrated digging tool and includes leather and Cordura holsters for both. Built from aircraft-quality steel and Chrome-Moly steel, the combo is designed for detectorists who need strength, precision, and hands-free carry in the field. Every component is USA-made and backed by Lesche's five-year warranty on the shovel.
What's Included with the Lesche Combo
- Lesche Sampson 18-inch T-Handle Shovel with serrated edge
- ReadyShovel leather belt holster for the shovel
- Lesche left-side serrated digging tool
- Cordura belt sheath for the digging tool
- Five-year warranty on the shovel
Why Relic Hunters and Coin Shooters Reach for the Lesche Combo
- Complete digging system eliminates the need to source tools separately, shovel, digger, and holsters ship together for immediate field use.
- Serrated edges on both tools cut through roots and compacted soil faster than smooth-blade alternatives, reducing dig time in cellar holes and ghost towns.
- T-handle design on the shovel provides better control and force distribution when digging in rocky or clay-heavy ground compared to straight-handle shovels.
- Leather and Cordura holsters keep both tools on your belt for hands-free carry between targets, a necessity on multi-hour hunts across large sites.
- USA manufacturing and five-year shovel warranty back the investment, Lesche tools are built to handle thousands of digs without blade failure or handle separation.
Aircraft-Quality Steel Construction on the Sampson Shovel
The Lesche Sampson shovel is crafted from aircraft-quality steel and heat treated for durability. The 18-inch T-handle provides excellent control when digging in fields, cellar holes, and ghost towns. The pre-sharpened serrated edge cuts through soil and roots without requiring frequent resharpening. The shovel is rust-resistant and balanced for extended use. Our team runs the Sampson on permission hunts where a full-size shovel is necessary but a standard garden spade would be too heavy to carry all day. The ReadyShovel leather holster secures the shovel on your belt and keeps your hands free for swinging the detector. For more Lesche digging tools, we stock the full catalog of shovels, diggers, and knives.
Chrome-Moly Steel Digger with Left-Side Serration
The Lesche digging tool is built from Chrome-Moly steel for strength in hard ground. The left-side serrated edge cuts through roots and compact soil, while the smooth right edge slices through grass and dirt for clean plug removal. The 7-inch blade length handles most coin and jewelry recovery tasks without the bulk of a full shovel. The ergonomic rubber grip handle includes an integrated hand guard to prevent hand slippage during deep digs. We use this digger for park hunts and trashy sites where a shovel would draw attention or be impractical to carry. The included Cordura belt sheath keeps the digger secure and accessible. Detectorists working multiple sites in a day benefit from the T-handle shovel and digger combination, the shovel for deep targets and the digger for shallow coins.
- Best for: Relic hunters and coin shooters working mixed terrain who need a full shovel for deep targets and a compact digger for shallow recoveries.
- Less ideal for: Beach hunters who need sand scoops instead of soil-cutting tools, or detectorists working exclusively in manicured parks where a handheld digger alone is sufficient.
Specifications
- Shovel Blade Length: 18in (46cm)
- Shovel Construction: Aircraft-quality steel, heat treated
- Shovel Edge: Serrated, pre-sharpened
- Shovel Handle: T-handle design
- Shovel Holster: ReadyShovel leather belt holster
- Digger Blade Length: 7in (18cm)
- Digger Blade Width: 1.75in (4.4cm)
- Digger Overall Length: 12in (30cm)
- Digger Construction: Chrome-Moly steel
- Digger Edge: Double-edged with left-side serration
- Digger Handle: Rubber grip with hand guard
- Digger Sheath: Cordura belt sheath
- Country of Manufacture: USA
- Warranty: Five-year warranty on shovel against breakage under normal use
- In the Box: Sampson shovel, leather shovel holster, left-serrated digger, Cordura digger sheath
Why Buy from Serious Detecting
We are an authorized Lesche dealer and stock the full line of Lesche digging tools. Every Lesche Sampson shovel is backed by the manufacturer's five-year warranty against breakage under normal use. Our team has field-tested Lesche tools on relic hunts and permission digs across the country. Free shipping on orders over $99, 30-day returns, and price-match guarantee apply. For answers to common digging questions, visit our metal detecting tips and FAQs page.
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