Rating Summary
“Light shovel with a big appetite”
- a bargain hunter, a Craftsman Club Member, a Craftsman devotee, value conscious
- Pros
- lightweight, rubberized handle, cushioned grip, guaranteed forever
- Cons
- ergonomics
Craftsman 20" Combo Shovel —
I purchased this shovel last winter (December 2008) because one of our old ones had been stolen. What a great replacement!
The D handle is big enough for a gloved hand to easily fit, but with a rubberized grip for extra control. The shaft has a cushioned collar to eliminate the ice-cold shaft freezing your hands. The shaft itself is crafted of lightweight aluminum, and the blade is a lightweight transparent polycarbonate, which combine to reduce the weight of the shovel and make shoveling easier. After all, the snow is heavy enough! It also has a pretty durable ice-breaking blade on the edge, which came in handy when breaking apart sheets of compacted snow from the driveway.
Rumor has it there's a new ergonomic version of this shovel coming out. The traditional straight shaft is the only thing keeping this shovel from 5 stars. This basic design is functional but not as comfortable to use. However, it's still worthwhile for anyone looking to lighten their shoveling load. And, of course, it's backed by the Craftsman forever guarantee! Do yourself a favor and invest in one of these to make your winters that much easier.
NOTE: The reviewer indicated that they are an employee of Craftsman 20" Combo Shovel.
Craftsman 20" Combo Shovel
