Pick Mattock In Stock Now

Description

Husky 5 LB Pick Mattock (P500). This item has a standard #6 eye in a 5 lb head and a 36 in black fiberglass handle.

Often used with: Round Head Shovel; Wheelbarrow

Intended Uses

A pick mattock, whose head has a pick on one side and a mattock (or large adze) on the other is meant to break tough ground, cut roots in rocky soil, dig trenches, etc. This tool will beat the ground into submission, if that's your goal.

A pick mattock is burly–you can also use it to lever up big boulders or even some demolition projects.

Special Instructions

• The head is usually held on by friction and can be removed easily by holding on to it while tapping the end of the handle on the ground, however, this one seems to be fixed to the handle. Regardless, before using this item, make sure the head is secure on the handle.

• It's recommended that you don't raise this tool over your head–don't let it get much further than the height of your hips.

Tool Resources

Diagram

Not at this time!

Instructions

To secure the head on the handle (if it becomes loose):

1. Hold the tool upside down (with the head on the handle) 
2. Tap the head end of the handle on the ground in a vertical motion

Resources

• Web Copy: "How to use a mattock?" by Wonkee Donkee Tools.
• Video: "How to Loosen Soil with a Mattock | Lawn & Garden Care" by Howcast (1:39m). Oh, but we like peculiar questions!!!

This tool was donated: Thank you, Gabe!!