Axe Handle Beach Scoop

[FLauthor]

OK, how about a 6 quart sand scoop with a 3 foot handle for $20.00. I made it for my TH'ing buddy, Graffix girl. She wanted smaller holes in the middle so she wouldn't lose earrings and chains and other small gold items. 7/16 inch holes are situated on outer edge to drain off sand. Didn't drill the back as that would have weaken the metal where handle is attached. Handle is a 3 foot long hickory axe handle. I could have used a hickory post hole digger handle to make a longer handle but I think GG will like it. Scoop is a galvanized 6 quart grain scoop found in feed stores, 2- 3/8" x 2 " bolts, lock nuts and fender washers, all stainless to resist corrosion. Could have used 1.5 inch bolts but this was first attempt and better too long than too short. Drilled a hole at the top of handle and inserted a piece of rope so GG can drag it or put a clip on it. May not last as long as my Big Brute but it'll pay for itself in short order especially in this economy.

 

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[Painter65]

Looks like a good Idea...Now you just gotta put it to the test!

 

[Dirt Fishin Dale]

That's a weapon of two kinds. Good for diggin and a good for the undesirables.
I like it!

 

[rmptr]

FL A,

That might be the best quickie home made sand scoop I've seen so far!

I think you're gonna need more holes, but that's certainly no problem.

Good job!

rmptr

 

[Fla-Gal]

Brilliant !!!!!!

 

[capt1989]

That is a marvel of backyard engineering. Good job. I think anybody would like it.

 

[FLauthor]

Graffix girl took delivery of the scoop and boy, she is happy. She can't wait to try it out on the beach. She tried it on some yard dirt and it dug a hole like a backhoe. She'll give us some feedback on how will it does and how durable it is. Good luck, GG.

 

[graffixgirl]

You are right FLAuthor, cant wait to go dig a few treasure trenches on the beach.....and it definitely doubles as a giant shank for the undesireables. Great tot-lottin with ya yesterday too.
should be trying it out next weekend.
peace
GG

 

[finderzzs]

Kinda short. I buy the wheel barrel handles.