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Fiskars Auto Spade Solid

  • 80 cm pointed spade, car-size
  • 1.4 kg, steel and plastic
  • Sharpened pointed edge for digging and piercing
  • Ergonomic grip, usable with winter gloves

Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A short, pointed all-purpose spade sized to ride in a car for gardening, camping or winter use. It is not a full-length shovel and will not match one for leverage.

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ASIN: B00STTRFGQModel: Solid 1014809

Overview

Not a full-length garden shovel, this Fiskars auto spade is a pointed all-purpose spade sized for a car trunk. It has a sharpened pointed cutting edge and an ergonomic grip, in a Finnish design.

The reason to buy is carrying a spade where a full-length one will not fit, for digging year-round. The grip works with winter gloves. The limitation is leverage, since the short shaft limits how much force you apply.

Who it's for

Drivers, campers and gardeners who want a pointed digging tool in the car for various tasks in all seasons will use it often. People digging deep or large areas, who want a full-size spade, should buy a standard one.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Light weight to carry
  • Sharpened pointed edge
  • Grip works with winter gloves
Cons
  • Short shaft limits leverage
  • Not suited to large digging jobs
  • Material listing is inconsistent
  • Warranty not stated

Performance notes

The sharpened pointed edge pierces ground and cuts into soil with little effort, which suits a short tool. A shorter shaft gives less leverage than a long spade, so effort rises in hard soil. The ergonomic grip is designed to work with winter gloves.

Specifications

BrandFiskars
ModelSolid 1014809
ColorBlack
Grip TypeErgonomic
Material TypePlastic
Number Of Packs1
Style NameCar Spade

Frequently asked questions

What is included with the Fiskars 1014809 auto spade?

One spade, 80 cm long, weighing 1.4 kg, in steel and plastic.

Is the Fiskars auto spade a full-size shovel?

No. It is a short pointed spade sized for the car, not a long-handled tool.

Can I use the Fiskars auto spade with winter gloves?

Yes. The description says the grip works even with winter gloves.

What shape is the Fiskars auto spade blade?

Pointed, with a sharpened cutting edge for digging and piercing the ground.