Digging Tools
When you are using your metal detector to find metal objects, it is apparent that you will need some metal detecting specialized digging tools. These need to be lightweight, sharp, and durable, and there are many offerings that fit this bill on the market, with brands who specialize in digging tools, such as Lesche, to companies that primarily focus on producing metal detectors, such as Garrett, Fisher, and Minelab. Whether you are a beginner detectorist or you have been doing it for years, Kellyco is happy to provide a large variety of metal detector digging tools.
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RTG Pro Forward Handle Speed Scoop
$38.95With a short forward handle, this RTG Pro scoop enables quick treasure recovery and easily filters out sand.SKU: 723 -
RTG 32" Adjustable All-Aluminum Sand Scoop
$69.95Built to be pushed into sand with the foot and having an efficient 7 x 5" fast drain bucket with 5/8" holes, this RTG 32" aluminum tool delivers always.SKU: 702alum -
RTG Beach Brute Pro 2 Part Long Handled Sand Scoop
$219.95This Beach Brute Pro sand scoop is a marvel from RTG. Sports aircraft grade aluminum, slip-free foot pad, retractable handle, and more.SKU: Brute -
RTG 6" Extra Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Sand Scoop
$189.95Durable RTG 6" stainless steel sand scoop with rounded holes for efficient sifting and a 12.6" basket for enhanced carrying capacity.SKU: 709 -
RTG 45" Scoop (3 Qt. Capacity)
$129.9545" length, 3 quart capacity and a reinforced bucket all combine to deliver high output with this RTG giant scoop.SKU: 700 -
RTG 16" Hand Scoop
$39.99RTH 16" with an all steel body and a .5" mesh brazed to 16 gauge steel to deliver fast flow-through action and ensure durability.SKU: Bmaster 16 -
Grave Digger Tools 27" Snubnose Black T-Handle Shovel
$80.7527" length and semi-compact, nothing beats the digging power of this black, 27" snubnose shovel made by Gold Digger Tools.SKU: snubblk27 -
Detecting Adventures T-Rex 8" Stainless Steel Sand Scoop
$189.00Stress-free scooping with the T-Rex 8" scoop by Detecting Adventures. Made tough with a reinforced top plate, Gusset, angled handle, etc.SKU: SS-TR8 -
Root Slayer Trowel with Holster
$24.99With a new flared handle for comfort, you easily rip through roots and soil with this Radius trowel. Complimentary FREE holster included.SKU: 17011 -
Radius Root Slayer Soil Knife with Holster
$24.99Based on original Japanese design, this Radius soil knife is crafted into the smoothest digging tool you ever held. Free holster too!SKU: 17211 -
Radius Root Slayer Soil Knife
$16.99As a detectorist, you always need a digging tool and none will serve you as well as this Radius Root slayer with a strong carbon steel blade.SKU: 16211 -
Radius Root Slayer Trowel
$16.99This Radius Root Slayer trowel has a heavy, durable ergonomic blade and a non-latex, thermoplastic handle.SKU: 16011 -
Sito Scoops 8" Standard Sand Scoop with Sharp Front (V2)
$159.00Sturdy scoop by Sito Scoops. Has a sharp front and uses 7/16" laser cut holes for precision & catching small items usually lost by other scoops.SKU: 200SHASMA -
Sito Scoops 8" Standard Sand Scoop with Sharp Front (V1)
$149.00With a sharp front edge, this stainless steel Sito Scoops 8" scoop easily digs into soil with minimal effort and filters excellently too.SKU: 200SHACIR -
Quest Diamond Digger with Sheath (Right Side Serrated Edge)
$29.99Rugged Quest Diamond digger - a stainless steel, 12" digging tool with a sharp, right side serrated edge which gives it added versatility.SKU: 1507.102 -
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.SKU: NX-536 -
Sito Scoops 7" Standard Sand Scoop
$139.00Fine, laser cut hex holes, durable stainless steel body, perfect size for smaller rings and jewelry - the Sito Scoops 7" sand scoop.SKU: 170STAHEX -
Detector Adventures T-Rex 9.5" Stainless Steel Sand Scoop - Honeycomb Holes
$199.00Dig in sand without stress using this improved 9.5" T-Rex stainless steel scoop with an angled handle, 3/8" honeycomb holes, and a .075" steel gauge.SKU: 95TRHC -
RTG 5" Arched Handle Beach Scoop
$44.95The arched handle of this RTG 5" beach scoop gives your arm an ergonomic balance that lets you hunt for longer. It is light weight and a great tool to have!SKU: Super 5 -
Fiskars Digging Tool for Metal Detectorists
$12.99Split roots, cut plants, and get to your target faster with the Fiskars Digging Tool for Metal Detectorists.SKU: 315540-1001 -
Apex Picks Badger 18" Handle 1 Magnet
$71.59With a shorter, more dexterous handle, this Apex Picks badger digs strongly and has 1 magnet .SKU: GC1035-6-18-1M -
Apex Picks Extreme 36" Handle 3 Magnets
$108.79Solid hickory handle, tri-magnet system, rugged blade, combine to make digging less tedious. Easily carried on a hip holster.SKU: GC1245-8-36-3M -
Apex Picks Talon 30" Handle 3 Magnets
$104.79Tailor made for the serious prospector, Apex Picks Talon has a 30" hickory handle and 3 magnets.SKU: GC1245-6-30-3M -
Apex Picks Talon 24" Handle 3 Magnets
$104.79With its 24" hickory handle, triple magnets and 12.0″ x 4.5″ head size, this is a sturdy digging tool for the pro gold prospector.SKU: GC1245-6-24-3M -
Fiskars Pro IsoCore 36" Prospecting Pick
$64.99The Fiskars Pro IsoCore 36" Prospecting Pick is made of premium steel and breaks up dense soil and solid rock, great for gold prospecting.SKU: 751210-1002 -
Davis Labs Composite Sand Scoop with Wooden Handle
$74.99The handmade Davis Labs Composite Sand Scoop is a great solution for any detectorist looking for a lightweight solution to their sand scooping needs.SKU: PVCScoop -
Quest Scoopal
$99.95Indispensable for beach detection, this Quest scoopal digs into identified treasure area, filters out sand and reveals your treasure.SKU: 1607.101 -
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Gold Digger Shovel Holster
$12.00Increase your output with this belt-mounted Gold Digger shovel holster that holds your shovel within handsfree, easy reach when you need it.SKU: IPSH -
Grave Digger Tools 27" Nemesis Blood Red T-Handle Shovel
$80.75The Nemesis range of shovels from Grave Digger are CNC machine-sharpened and dig with vicious force. T-handle easily clips to holsters.SKU: nemred27 -
Fiskars Ergonomic 49" D-Handle Steel Shovel for Metal Detecting
$34.99The Fiskars Ergo D-handle Steel Shovel (49") has an angeled D-handle grip and ergonomic shaft for control and comfort.SKU: 331410-1001 -
Radius Root Slayer Shovel
The 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
A 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 -
Grave Digger Tools 18" Snubnose Black T-Handle Shovel
Snubnosed with a short 18" T-handle, this shovel digs as viciously as it looks. Tough, durable, powder coated and heat-treated blade.SKU: snubblk18 -
Grave Digger Tools 27" Snubnose Venom Green T-Handle Shovel
27" length and semi-compact, nothing beats the digging power of this venom green, 27" snubnose shovel made by Gold Digger Tools.SKU: snubvgrn27 -
Grave Digger Tools 36" Snubnose Venom Green T-Handle Shovel
Enhanced with a 36" T-handle, you get the long reach which lets minimizes fatigue when dig in muddy or extra-hard soil. Venom green color.SKU: snubvgrn36 -
Grave Digger Tools 36" Nemesis Venom Green T-Handle Shovel
Laser-cut and hand-welded, Grave Digger Tools displays its badge of quality on this 36" venom-green shovel with a T-handle.SKU: nemvgrn36 -
Grave Digger Tools 27" Nemesis Venom Green T-Handle Shovel
Venom Green Nemesis shovel from Grave Digger. It is CNC machine-sharpened and digs with vicious force. T-handle easily clips to holsters.SKU: nemvgrn27 -
Grave Digger Tools 36" Nemesis Blood Red T-Handle Shovel
The longer 36" Nemesis shovel by Grave Digger gives you longer reach and greater scooping capacity with its 9 x 5 in blade.SKU: nemred36 -
White's Digmaster Digger
Tear up tough terrain with White's Digmaster Digger. Serraded edges cut through grass and roots with ease. Includes holster.SKU: 601-0073 -
Grave Digger Tools 36" Nemesis Black T-Handle Shovel
Lightweight 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 36" Tombstone Blood Red T-Handle Shovel
Having 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 27" Tombstone Venom Green T-Handle Shovel
Laser-cut and hand-welded, Grave Digger Tools displays its badge of quality on this venom green, 27" Tombstone shovel with a T-handle.SKU: tombvgrn27 -
Grave Digger Tools 36" Tombstone Venom Green T-Handle Shovel
Having the longest reach in the Grave Digger Tombstone lineup, this venom green 36" shovel with a 10 x 5 blade is your best digging companion.SKU: tombvgrn36 -
Fiskars D-Handle Metal Detecting Spade
A 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 -
Kellyco Composite Hand Trowel
The composite hand trowel from Kellyco Metal Detectors is the perfect accessory to take detecting. It's light enough so it won't weigh you down, but strong enough to stand up to the rigors of the field.SKU: MS020 -
Neptune Carbon Fiber 45" Scoop Handle
This 45" Neptune Carbon Fiber Scoop Handle from Anderson Detector Shafts is perfect for any scoop with a 1.5" female opening.SKU: 0612 -
Neptune Carbon Fiber Travel Two-Piece Scoop Handle
The carbon fiber handle features a marine-grade anodized aluminum coupler for easy breakdown.SKU: 0612T
What Are Digging Tools?
Digging tools specifically designed for treasure hunters come in many different varieties. There are several different types of digging tools, such as digging knives, shovels, trowels, and sand scoops. Each of these are designed with a different purpose in mind. Shovels are meant to be used in areas where the ground may be harder and you need a strong, sharp blade to get through roots and dry ground. Digging knives with serrated edges are meant to be worn in a holster on a treasure hunter’s hip and makes a perfect plug in the ground that will not harm the grass of lawns and parks. Trowels are meant to be used when you are trying hard not to mar the metal object in the ground and these come in both metal and plastic varieties. A sand scoop is meant to sift through sand on a beach so you can recover your buried treasure much more quickly. All of these digging tools serve a purpose for metal detectorists, and it is up to each person to determine what they need.
How to Choose the Best Digging Tools for You
When looking for a digging tool, you first must decide if you want a shovel, digging knife, trowel, or sand scoop. Hobbyists doing general metal detecting in parks or yards like to use digging knives, as these are lightweight and portable. Digging knives are used to create perfect plugs in the ground so that none of the grass is harmed. Each digging knife comes with different features, but most feature things like stainless steel construction, a holster, and right or left side serrations, making it easy for detectorists to pick exactly what they want.
Metal detectorists hunting in hard ground conditions or in areas where making perfect plugs matters less love using metal detecting shovels. These shovels come in a variety of blade types, serrations, and various handle types. From T-handle shovels to ball-handle shovels, there are so many options for these versatile treasure hunting diggers.
Trowels are excellent investments for those who are worried about hitting their targets with their knife or shovel. Trowels are often constructed from composite materials and feature comfortable handles. These are a great addition to any detectorist’s gear.
Sand scoops scoop a large amount of sand and then sifting through it to find the metal target. These often feature different types of handle and basket configurations for individual preferences. Picking out the best metal detector sand scoop can really speed up your target recovery time and make for a more enjoyable experience.
What Are the Best Digging Tools
While digging tools come down to personal preference, there are many products that are incredibly popular and beloved by our customers. When it comes to digging knives, one of the most popular is the Lesche Digging Tool. It comes with sharp serrations, a strong and durable blade, and a holster that is comfortable and lightweight. Garrett Metal Detectors came up with the Garrett Edge Digger, which rivals the Lesche in both quality and popularity. The Lesche Ground Shark is one of the best shovels on the market, combining quality and affordability. The White’s Metal Detectors Digmaster is an excellent option for a trowel, as it will cut through the ground easily, while remaining comfortable. Anyone looking for a sand scoop should consider RTG’s sand scoops, as they are made with excellent quality and have been around for years. No matter which digging tool you choose, it is a metal detector accessory that will make you more efficient and effective. If you have any questions, please reach out to us, as we would love to help you pick out the perfect digging tool for you.