Caprock Irrigation Shovel, Steel Blade w/Fiberglass Handle - Razor-Back 1537300 The AMES Companies 1537300 Caprock Shovel is a professional-grade, heavy-duty digging tool engineered to tackle the toughest ground conditions ? from compacted clay and coral to decomposed granite and rocky soil. Built for durability and performance, this classic-style shovel features a tempered alloy steel #2 blade with a reinforced 9-inch socket that locks securely into a solid-core 45-inch fiberglass handle, creating an unbreakable connection that resists snapping, bending, or vibration fatigue under extreme pressure. The padded grip enhances comfort during prolonged use, reducing hand fatigue and improving control when striking hard surfaces or prying stubborn materials. Designed for contractors, landscapers, and serious homeowners, it?s the go-to tool for breaking ground where standard shovels fail. Features - Tempered alloy steel #2 blade designed for fracturing dense, rocky, or compacted soils - Reinforced 9-inch socket provides maximum strength at the blade-handle junction ? no welds to fail - Solid-core 45-inch fiberglass handle resists splintering, cracking, and moisture damage - Padded ergonomic grip reduces vibration and improves torque control during heavy-duty use - Classic ?Caprock? design trusted by professionals for decades ? built to outlast plastic or wood handles - Ideal for breaking ground in construction, landscaping, gardening, and excavation projects - Lightweight yet powerful ? 7.1 lb weight balances strength with maneuverability - No rust, rot, or corrosion ? fiberglass handle and coated steel blade ensure long-term durability - Perfect for use with sledgehammers to drive into hard-packed earth Specifications - Brand Name: AMES - Model Name: AMES 1537300 - Part Number: 1537300 - Product Type: Digging Shovel - Blade Material: Tempered Alloy Steel - Blade Style: #2 Pointed, 9" Socket - Handle Material: Solid-Core Fiberglass - Handle Length: 45 inches - Grip Type: Padded Rubberized - Overall Dimensions: 13.5 x 12 x 6 inches (blade + handle packed) - Item Weight: 7.1 lbs (3.2 kg) - Color: Multicolor (black/grey/gray finish) - Style: Classic Professional - Application: Breaking clay, rock, coral, decomposed granite, hardpan, and frozen earth - Certification: Built to AMES industrial standards - Country of Origin: United States - UPC: 049206153738 - Global Trade Identification Number: 00049206153738 - Manufacturer: AMES COMPANIES Product Application The AMES Caprock Shovel is not just a tool ? it?s a mission-critical instrument for anyone who needs to break through unforgiving terrain. Whether you?re installing a fence line across rocky soil, excavating a foundation in compacted clay, or clearing land after a storm, this shovel delivers unmatched power and reliability where other tools bend or break. Its forged steel blade holds a sharp edge longer than standard models, while the fiberglass handle absorbs shock better than wood and won?t splinter like cheaper composites. Professionals rely on it daily; weekend warriors turn to it when the job demands more than a garden spade can offer. Backed by over 200 years of American manufacturing heritage, AMES builds tools that last generations ? not seasons. This shovel doesn?t ask for permission to dig; it simply gets the job done. Add it to your toolbox, truck bed, or shed ? it?s the one shovel you?ll never regret owning.