This shovel was traditionally used in Ireland where it suited the moist Irish climate. It has been designed for digging in particularly heavy, impenetrable soils . A loy is an early Irish spade with a long heavy handle made of ash, a narrow steel plate on the face and a single footrest. The word loy comes from the Irish word . The solid neck has three rivets and is strapped . A traditional Irish spade with a narrow curved head and a straight handle.
The long-handled design is intended to provide better leverage for certain tasks. The Irish spade differs from the English not only in its narrow bent blade but also in . See more ideas about Irish, Ireland and Northern ireland. The Neverbend Professional range of solid forged garden tools completes the Neverbend line up.
The Loy is one of the earliest forms of Irish spade which was used to plough the land by farmers. True Temper Digging Spade D Grip Wood Handle. The name itself comes from the Irish word Lai . Treaded Open Socket Irish Spade.
Traditionally used in Ireland. Integrated forward facing treads will improve grip, increase comfort and protect the users feet . Continue reading