ATLAS spade handle made of ash wood, 90 cm in length, equipped with a fiber core, a T-grip, and a milled-in, smooth, narrow point, suitable for a Spear & Jackson spade or ATLAS gooseneck spade. The handle is fitted with an almost unbreakable 21 mm thick fiberglass reinforcement. This fiberglass rod is milled into the underside of the handle. The handle is 10 cm longer than the original Spear & Jackson spade handle. For assembly, a 40 mm rivet is recommended (item number 651590, including assembly advice).
ATLAS spade handles are made from ash rootstock, which contains the best wood. Ash wood is tough, shock-resistant, and strong. The ash wood undergoes two drying processes: during the first drying process, sawn ash wood boards are air-dried. During the second process, the ash wood is computer-controlled re-dried in a climate chamber. Because of this re-drying, the handle does not shrink and the tool stays firmly attached to the handle.
The ATLAS handles are then waxed with plant-based Carnauba. This allows the wood to breathe, prevents it from absorbing water or dirt, and preserves its beautiful light color. The waxing ensures a longer service life and a pleasantly smooth handle, helping prevent blisters. In addition, waxing handles with plant-based wax is better for the environment than using varnish or paraffin.
ATLAS spade handles are manufactured entirely in the Netherlands in a carbon-neutral way and are available in various lengths and versions.
