Pick Mattock with Heavy Duty Forged Construction, 36" Heavy Duty Pick Hoe,Solid Fiberglass Core, Ergonomic No-Slip Handle, Garden Pick Axe, and Adze Hoe

Have had these pick-axe tools prior and someone "borrowed" and didn't return my last one. I researched dimensions of what was available and the blade size on this one is perfect while others were too small or too large. I also like the fiberglas handle as opposed to wood as the fiberglas will not splinter and is stronger for prying leverage. Only negative is the metal pick-axe does loosen during heavy duty use, which I remedied and inserting some nails into the fiberglas handle between the metal pick-axe. Pveral good value.

I agree with other reviewers about the head not fitting properly. This is common with all the mattocks that I’ve ever bought. Just use epoxy putty all around where the head is going to be, then follow the instructions like normal, and wait for the epoxy to harden. I’ve used it weekly for over 2 years without issue.

Better quality than I expected. Balance and feel is good.

I am using this to remove the roots of invasive and unwanted plants from my backyard. It works helpfully so far is easy to pick up and swing. The handle feels a little smaller than I would like effecting the ergonomics. I might require thicker padded gloves for this one. The most important thing to know is to use it carefully and restore soil along the way so that barberry and other plants do not return.

I don't do a ton of reviews. This is a pretty good pick for the price. The complaints others have made about the handle don't make a sense to me. Just push it down.