Metal Detecting Shovels
When you find a target with your metal detector, you are most certainly going to need to get it out of the ground somehow. This is where a metal detecting shovel, trowel, or any other digging tool comes into play. There is nothing as important to a metal detectorist as a metal detecting shovel, as it will make you more efficient at recovering targets and allow you to dig more holes in less time. Kellyco is proud to offer all kinds of high-quality metal detector shovels to fill your digging tool needs.
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Anaconda NX-5 Standard 31" Shovel
$99.95This Anaconda NX-5 Standard 31" Shovel is made from tempered steel and has been heat treated for durability. 9" blade length. Used by KG and Ringy!!SKU: 1686-SHOVELNX530 -
Anaconda NX-6 Long Handle 36" Shovel
$99.95Made in Kansas, USA, the high quality, multi-tool Anaconda NX-6 (36") shovel digs & cuts through roots, obstacles with little applied force. Used by KG and Ringy!!SKU: NX-536 -
Radius Root Slayer Shovel
$49.95The Radius Root Slayer with its tapered blade, sharp, serrated sides easily cuts through roots and takes the stress off digging.SKU: 22011 -
Radius Root Slayer Nomad
$39.99A compact, lightweight shovel that digs through sod and small roots like they're not there, the Root Slayer Nomad is your #1 digging tool.SKU: 22311 -
StuLine Signature Series 36" T-Handle Shovel by Kellyco
$69.99Get ready to dig deeper, faster and easier with the StuLine Signature Series Shovel. A larger spade combined with a wider t-handle grip gives you more ease digging up treasure.SKU: 64-SSS0001 -
Grave Digger Tools 27" Tombstone Blood Red T-Handle Shovel
$87.00Laser-cut and hand-welded, Grave Digger Tools displays its badge of quality on this blood red, 27" Tombstone shovel with a T-handle.SKU: tombred27 -
Grave Digger Tools 36" Tombstone Black T-Handle Shovel
$91.25Having the longest reach in the Grave Digger Tombstone lineup, this black 36" shovel with a 10 x 5 blade is your best digging companion.SKU: tombblk36 -
Grave Digger Tools 27" Tombstone Black T-Handle Shovel
$87.00Laser-cut and hand-welded, Grave Digger Tools displays its badge of quality on this black, 27" Tombstone shovel with a T-handle.SKU: tombblk27 -
Grave Digger Tools 36" Snubnose Blood Red T-Handle Shovel
$87.00Enhanced with a 36" T-handle, you get the long reach which lets minimizes fatigue when dig in muddy or extra-hard soil. Blood red color.SKU: snubred36 -
Grave Digger Tools 27" Snubnose Blood Red T-Handle Shovel
$82.7527" length and semi-compact, nothing beats the digging power of this blood red, 27" snubnose shovel made by Gold Digger Tools.SKU: snubred27 -
Grave Digger Tools 18" Snubnose Blood Red T-Handle Shovel
$78.50Snubnosed with a short 18" T-handle, this blood red shovel digs as viciously as it looks. Tough, powder coated and heat-treated blade.SKU: snubred18 -
Grave Digger Tools 36" Tombstone Blood Red T-Handle Shovel
$91.25Having the longest reach in the Grave Digger Tombstone lineup, this blood red 36" shovel with a 10 x 5 blade is your best digging companion.SKU: tombred36 -
Grave Digger Tools SideKick Black
$36.70With its two edges serrated, the 7" blade of this black Grave Digger Tools SideKick makes it a compact shovel for close, small time digging.SKU: skblk -
Fiskars Extendable Ergonomic Steel Shovel for Metal Detectorists
$49.99The long and short of it? The Fiskars Extendable Ergo D-handle Steel Shovel (41"-49") is suitable for the job of any size.SKU: 331300-1001 -
Fiskars D-Handle Metal Detecting Spade
$37.99A ridged, sharpened steel edge makes it easier to cut into dense soil, while a lightweight, fiberglass handle offers strength. The powder-coated steel also helps prevent rust.SKU: 395120-1001 -
Fiskars 46" Steel D-Handle Shovel for Metal Detectorists
$44.99The Fiskars Steel D-Handle 46" Shovel is constructed of powder-coated steel and made with a D-handle for maximum grip.SKU: 396690-1001 -
Nokta Makro Stainless Steel 31.5" to 38" Serrated Edge T-Handle Premium Shovel
Stainless Steel Construction with Collapsible, Adjustable 2-Piece Shaft. Wide Foot Rest and T-Handle give added comfort and ease of use.SKU: 17000059 -
Grave Digger Tools 36" Snubnose Black T-Handle Shovel
$87.00Enhanced with a 36" T-handle, you get the long reach which lets minimizes fatigue when dig in muddy or extra-hard soil. Black color.SKU: snubblk36 -
Grave Digger Tools 27" Snubnose Black T-Handle Shovel
$82.7527" length and semi-compact, nothing beats the digging power of this black, 27" snubnose shovel made by Gold Digger Tools.SKU: snubblk27 -
Lesche All-Purpose T-Handle Shovel
$44.95The strength & rust resistance of the 26" Lesche All-Purpose T-Handle Shovel makes it the tool of choice for hard digging conditionsSKU: 30 -
Grave Digger Tools 27" Nemesis Black T-Handle Shovel
$82.75Laser-cut, hand-welded, this 27" Vulcan Black Nemesis shovel with a 9 x 5 in blade digs and cuts like no other.SKU: nemblk27 -
Grave Digger Tools 36" Nemesis Black T-Handle Shovel
$87.00Lightweight and having an extended 36" reach, this black T-handle shovel from Grave Digger is custom built for metal detecting enthusiasts.SKU: nemblk36 -
Grave Digger Tools 27" Nemesis Blood Red T-Handle Shovel
$82.75The Nemesis range of shovels from Grave Digger are CNC machine-sharpened and dig with vicious force. T-handle easily clips to holsters.SKU: nemred27 -
Grave Digger Tools 36" Nemesis Blood Red T-Handle Shovel
$87.00The longer 36" Nemesis shovel by Grave Digger gives you longer reach and greater scooping capacity with its 9 x 5 in blade.SKU: nemred36 -
Grave Digger Tools 18" Snubnose Black T-Handle Shovel
$78.50Snubnosed with a short 18" T-handle, this shovel digs as viciously as it looks. Tough, durable, powder coated and heat-treated blade.SKU: snubblk18 -
Garrett Razor Relic 36-Inch T-Handle Shovel
$76.95Get ready to dig through clay-filled soils and any roots that are in the way of your treasure. Equipped with a T-handle and a steel blade with cutting edge teeth, digging has just gotten easier.SKU: 1664900 -
Grave Digger Tools SideKick Blood Red
With its two edges serrated, the 7" blade of this blood red Grave Digger Tools SideKick makes it a compact shovel for close, small time digging.SKU: skred -
Grave Digger Tools 36" Tombstone Hunter Orange T-Handle Shovel
Having a longer, sharper and more durable blade than other shovel options, the Tombstone Hunter Orange 36" is first choice for those who know.SKU: tomborng36 -
Lesche Relic Hunter Model 38 Shovel
This Lesche Relic Hunter Model 38 Shovel with a foot step & sharpened curve for easy digging is the best tool for cutting through big rootsSKU: 36A -
Lesche 36" Ground Shark T-Handle Shovel
This medium-length Lesche 36" Ground Shark T-Handle Shovel with its multiple cutting edges gives you more reach to unearth deeper findsSKU: 35 -
Lesche 40" Ground Shark T-Handle Shovel
Reach for the deepest caches with this Lesche 40" Ground Shark T-Handle Shovel. Its 3.5x12" blade makes it a vital tool for deep diggingSKU: 36 -
Lesche Sampson Ball Handle Shovel
Lesche Sampson Ball Handle Shovel: light, strong, with tapered cutting edges performs well in hard digging conditions with minimal effortSKU: 31 NT -
Lesche 28" Ground Shark T-Handle Shovel
Compact, Lesche 28" Ground Shark T-Handle Shovel with multiple cutting edges – ideal for unearthing deep caches and large findsSKU: 33 -
Lesche Sampson 31" T-Handle Shovel
Made of aircraft quality steel, this 31”, rust resistant Sampson T-Handle Shovel gives the perfect, balanced grip for its weight classSKU: 32 NT -
Gold Digger Shovel Holster
Increase your output with this belt-mounted Gold Digger shovel holster that holds your shovel within handsfree, easy reach when you need it.SKU: IPSH -
White's Ground Hawg Shovel
The heavy-duty White's Ground Hawg Shovel tears through dirt, roots & gravel with ease. Includes sheath.SKU: 601-0074
What Is a Metal Detecting Shovel?
A metal detecting shovel can take many different forms, blade types, and features depending on the use it was intended for. Picking out a metal detector shovel as your digger can greatly improve your treasure hunting target recovery times in hard ground. Most shovels for metal detectors are made of a stainless steel shaft, a high-carbon steel blade, and a handle grip that ends in a T-handle, a D-handle or a ball handle. You can determine whether you want a long handle or a short handle, a serrated edge or a plain edge, and other ergonomic features that are specific to each person. Kellyco is happy to offer all kinds of shovels in their many varieties to anyone treasure hunting or prospecting.
What Size Shovel for Metal Detecting?
Determining what type of shovel you need is going to depend on how you do your treasure hunting and prospecting. If you are someone who generally hunts in soft soil conditions, you can get away with using a shorter overall length, as you do not need as much leverage. Also consider a shorter shaft length if you are a shorter person, as you won’t need as long of a shaft. A metal detector digging tool for taller detectorists should be a long handle, bending over more on every hole will cause you more pain than you need to deal with. Many treasure hunters prefer longer handles because they are often more comfortable for extended hunts.
What is the Best Metal Detecting Shovel?
Determining the best metal detecting shovel is no easy feat. There are so many great brands like Lesche, Grave Digger, and Radius tools. Continue reading for a brief description of some of Kellyco’s most popular shovels.
Lesche makes some great, high-quality digging tools. The Lesche Ground Shark is one of the most popular shovels, as it comes in a variety of handle lengths, has a serrated blade, and can bust through the thickest roots. The Lesche Sampson Ball Handle Shovel is another favorite, as it is very lightweight and tough. Any of the Lesche digging tools are built to last a lifetime and are great values for every detectorist.
Radius is well known for the Radius garden tools they make, however they make great metal detecting digging knives and shovels as well. One of the most popular is the Radius Root Slayer shovel. This shovel comes with a circular handle and is sharp, serrated, and tough. For a smaller version of this favorite shovel is the Radius Root Slayer Nomad. Providing the same comfort, durability, and value in a shorter package is the Root Slayer Nomad’s claim to fame.
Grave Digger makes some excellent shovels for metal detectorists that are made in the USA. They offer T-handle shovels with many different overall lengths and serrated blade styles. These are constructed with high-quality carbon steel and are built to last. They also make their SideKick edging tool that can bust through hard ground once you have used your pinpointer to determine the exact location. Simply pull it from the belt holster and dig a quick plug. Grave Digger digging tools are built to last you a lifetime.
White’s is well-known for their metal detectors, but their Ground Hawg shovel deserves just as much recognition. The Ground Hawg shovel is both durable and sharp, as it will cut through almost any surface, excluding rock, you will detect on. This beast also comes with a sheath.