The Spear & Jackson neverbend professional Irish spade features a solid forged carbon steel head and socket.The treaded spade head allows for more comfortable digging. It has been hammer finished and epoxy coated for improved resistance to rust, scratches, humidity and alkalines in the soil.The solid neck has three rivets and is strapped to provide additional strength whilst the hardwood shaft has been weatherproofed for greater durability and the treaded head allows for more comfortable digging.