Guest Posted January 23, 2010 Share Posted January 23, 2010 now you've all had a few seasons to use yours, would you recommend them over a spade? Do they do a good job and how easy are they to use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperwife Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 yes, a million times yes - get one (or 2 if you want one each) we have 2, the lighter one gets used the most (that was mine - not any more - its whoever gets there first ) one time, me and kev had 2 beds to work over, I used a fork, kev used the azada. he finished his, then came and helped to finish half (honest) of mine. there is a very good reason why these are used in farms in africa (amongst other places) get one!!! hope this is helpful (get one ) cathy x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 thanks Cathy, that's good enough for me, I know what 2 sheds is getting for his birthday next month then! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 I think Carl may get an early birthday present as well Which one did you get Cathy? - and where from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 I went to 2 (large) garden centres today and neither had them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 is this one any good? http://www.amazon.co.uk/Silverline-GT52-Chillington-Style-Hoe/dp/B000LFXV2I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=garden&qid=1264442524&sr=1-1 ***ETA*** just ordered it, couldn't wait Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 25, 2010 Share Posted January 25, 2010 that's weird, when I ordered mine it was £11.46 and showed only 1 in stock so i ordered it but now if you click on it it shows 5 in stock but the price has gone up to £13.99, very odd. I've had an e-mail confirming my order so I know I'm only paying £11.46 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia W Posted January 26, 2010 Share Posted January 26, 2010 Thanks for putting the link to the picture up- I didn't have the FAINTEST idea what you were all talking about! I don't think they've reached here - we only have spades we call shovels! Tricia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperman Posted January 26, 2010 Share Posted January 26, 2010 this is where we got ours from:Azada-rama they are of the highest quality and will probably last forever,. We have two, the medium light 'Girly' one is by far the best. But for those who like to work out.......there are bigger beasts, If anyone wants one i may be tempted to sell the one I have, if I don't grow into it They work best when attacking the ground you are stood on, working backwards, and you need to develop the technique Once you get the hang of them, and keep them sharp, nothing is quicker for clearing ground and turning it over. Having said that, you will still need a fork and a spade but not as much. Your Back will love you, your arms may be sore for a little while until you get into the swing. I have posted a few times about Azada's in the past and I can 't recomend them highly enough. They may seem expensive at £25 but these are 'Quality' tools and will last a lifetime. Kev. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 Soooo.........if I have a medium weight girlie one would the big beast be the size you would recommend for my 6'2" son as he does heavy work on the plots for me? I was looking at some which have a choice of a longer shaft length.........would that be better for someone tall? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 I love my Azada. I have the girly one. It won't be anywhere long enough for your son Lesley. Definitely go for a longer one if you can find one. I remember the postman delivering mine. It came wrapped in brown paper. He said 'I feel like the grim reaper stood standing here with this'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted January 27, 2010 Share Posted January 27, 2010 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted January 29, 2010 Share Posted January 29, 2010 well, it turned up yesterday with a bemused courier! Seems very robust so I'll let you know if it's any good, hopefully 2 sheds will be paying a visit to the lottie over the w/end to test drive it. It's very heavy so if it's good I'll get myself a lighter one so i can help out now and then. Can't do much manual work but I like to try Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patricia W Posted January 30, 2010 Share Posted January 30, 2010 Just watching an old Rosemary and Thyme - and I think they are using one of those azadas. NOW I know what you are talking about....... Tricia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Couperman Posted January 31, 2010 Share Posted January 31, 2010 Soooo.........if I have a medium weight girlie one would the big beast be the size you would recommend for my 6'2" son as he does heavy work on the plots for me? I was looking at some which have a choice of a longer shaft length.........would that be better for someone tall? Yeh, the longer the handle the better really, it is easier to saw a bit off than add a bit on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
