The Chillington Heavy Duty Hoe, also known as a Digging Hoe, or Perrin Nanterre Hoe or
Round Eye hoe is an essential garden tool designed for breaking up hard or virgin ground.
Unlike typical garden spades, this robust tool is favoured by agricultural workers and market
gardeners for its efficiency and effectiveness in tough soil conditions.

Key Specifications:
Forged Steel Head
Head Size: 215mm x 125mm
Weight: 1.1kg (ideal for comfortable use)

Unique Features:
Leveraging Design: The specially designed handle provides leverage, allowing users to
break up compacted soil with less effort. This means you can dig deeper and lift soil more
easily.
Versatile Use: The hoe's head is capable of cutting through tree roots and clearing dense
weeds and briars, making it perfect for clearing areas of unwanted vegetation and preparing
land for planting.

Applications:
This tool is not just for gardening; its versatility extends across various fields, including:
– Creating pathways for walkers and cyclists.
– Excavating archaeological sites.
– Digging drainage trenches for roadwork.
– Establishing fire breaks in forestry management.
– Clearing undergrowth in horticulture.

Durability:
With a lifespan that could easily extend for generations, the Chillington Heavy Duty Hoe is
often regarded as a "Grandpa's tool," found in the garden sheds of many. Its rugged design
ensures it can handle tough tasks better than many modern alternatives.