McCannon said:I like that idea. I'll look for one on my next trip to HD. I'm not real fond of box store tools. I bought an edging tool at HD that's so dull it won't cut through a stick of butter. I haven't had time to grind a sharp edge on it.
joannakat said:They're usually very good about returns. But at 99 cents, you can't really lose.
McCannon said:
And a rake doesn't involve a sharp cutting edge. I might buy two, and keep one for a spare.
joannakat said:When you have two, you can lift things with them!
McCannon said:
When I'm raking, lifting things usually involves the hand not holding the rake.
joannakat said:Think salad tongs.
McCannon said:
... I might buy two, and keep one for a spare.
pod said:I've always found if you really like something, buy two. If you don't, you won't find another one when you go to replace it.
McCannon said:I don't want to hijack Joanna's thread, but I though I'd mention my favorite new pick up tool, a 10-tine manure fork. Good for scooping up grass clippings, compost, wood chip and the like: http://www.agrisupply.com/trup...
I like wood-handled garden tools. Amazon wants $45 with free shipping. I bought it at the local farm store for around $25.