makes your toughest digging substantially easier.Do you have trouble digging in rocky or dense clay soils Difficulty transplanting or separating highly rooted and fibrous plants Want to use less effort to do what must be done With the hybrid gardening shovel/spade your toughest digging tasks are as much as 80% easier than with regular shovels. The blades are made of manganese steel that is thicker and harder than normal shovels, holding their edge well and are powder coated with an epoxy resin for durability and ease of cleaning. The reinforced fiberglass handles are among the lightest and strongest shovels obtainedand are weather resistant and non-conductive (always be careful when near power line) .