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The Lesche Sampson Combo delivers a complete digging solution for detectorists working relic sites, cellar holes, ghost towns, and open fields. This set pairs the Lesche Sampson 18-inch T-handle shovel with a right-serrated digging tool and holsters for both, so you carry a full digging system on your belt. Aircraft-quality steel construction and USA manufacturing back every component. Detectorists hunting off-trail locations rely on this combo for strength, precision, and hands-free carry.
What's Included with the Lesche Sampson Combo
- Lesche Sampson 18-inch T-Handle Shovel with serrated edge
- ReadyShovel leather belt holster for the shovel
- Lesche Right-Side Serrated Digging Tool (12-inch overall, 7-inch blade)
- Cordura belt sheath for the digging tool
Why Relic and Coin Hunters Reach for the Lesche Sampson Combo
- T-handle design provides controlled digging force in compacted soil and root-filled ground without wrist strain.
- Pre-sharpened serrated edge on the shovel cuts through roots and hard clay faster than smooth-blade shovels.
- Right-serrated digging tool handles plug cutting and target pinpointing in a single tool, the saw-tooth edge clears roots while the smooth edge slices grass.
- ReadyShovel leather holster and Cordura sheath keep both tools on your belt so your hands stay free for the detector and recovery work.
- Aircraft-quality steel construction on both tools resists bending and rust across years of field use.
Aircraft-Quality Steel Construction for Multi-Season Field Use
The Lesche Sampson shovel is crafted from aircraft-quality steel and heat treated for durability. This material esists rust, maintains its cutting ability through extended use, and delivers the balance detectorists need for controlled digging in varied ground. The 18-inch blade length provides enough depth for coin and relic recovery without the weight penalty of longer shovels. The T-handle gives you a two-handed grip for controlled force when breaking through compacted soil or root mats. The serrated edge is pre-sharpened at the factory, so it cuts on the first dig.
The right-serrated digging tool is built from Chrome-Moly steel with a 7-inch blade and an ergonomic rubber grip. The saw-tooth serration runs along the right edge for root cutting, while the left edge stays smooth for clean plug slicing. An integrated hand guard protects your fingers when you hit rocks or hard clay. The 12-inch overall length balances reach and control for target recovery in tight spaces. Both tools are handcrafted in the USA using advanced manufacturing techniques, and the shovel carries a five-year warranty against breakage under normal use. Our team runs Lesche digging tools on relic hunts in Virginia and New England, and the Sampson combo has handled cellar-hole digs and root-heavy farmland without blade flex or handle failure.
Specifications
- Shovel Blade Length: 18in (46cm)
- Shovel Blade Material: Aircraft-quality steel, heat treated
- Shovel Edge: Pre-sharpened serrated
- Shovel Handle: T-handle design
- Digging Tool Overall Length: 12in (30cm)
- Digging Tool Blade Length: 7in (18cm)
- Digging Tool Blade Width: 1.75in (4.4cm)
- Digging Tool Material: Chrome-Moly steel
- Digging Tool Edge: Right-side serrated, left-side smooth
- Digging Tool Handle: Rubber grip with integrated hand guard
- Holsters Included: ReadyShovel leather belt holster, Cordura belt sheath for digger
- Country of Manufacture: USA
- Warranty: Five-year warranty on shovel against breakage under normal use
Why Buy from Serious Detecting
Serious Detecting is an authorized Lesche dealer, so every Sampson combo ships with the manufacturer's five-year warranty on the shovel and the quality assurance that comes from a direct supplier relationship. Our team has field-tested Lesche tools on relic sites across the Mid-Atlantic and can answer questions about blade geometry, handle ergonomics, and holster fit. Free shipping applies to this combo, and our 30-day return policy covers any fit or performance concerns. Price-match guarantee applies if you find a lower advertised price on the same bundle from an authorized dealer. For additional field techniques and tool-care tips, visit our metal detecting tips and FAQs page.
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