scoop handle suggestions

cellrdwellr · Jul 24, 2016

I just bought a semi descent scoop to get started on the freshwater beaches...opening for handle is 1.2" or 30mm. Anyone have suggestions on where to get a handle? Preferably fiberglass. Thanks alot!

cellrdwellr · Jul 24, 2016

Bought a 5$ special from the hardware store. ..wood but it'll do for now thanks.

MrNovice · Jul 24, 2016

cellrdwellr said:
Bought a 5$ special from the hardware store. ..wood but it'll do for now thanks.

Someone on here makes them that are fiberglass. Can't recall who, but check the beach hunting section as he's made several for other members and they are top notch by all the reviews. Hopefully someone will chime in that knows who?

cellrdwellr · Jul 25, 2016

MrNovice said:
Someone on here makes them that are fiberglass. Can't recall who, but check the beach hunting section as he's made several for other members and they are top notch by all the reviews. Hopefully someone will chime in that knows who?

Thanks bud! I hope so I would like fiberglass, as it's lighter but if not the wood one will do for now ...thanks for looking!

9Veater · Jul 29, 2016

take a fiberglass shovel handle

NectarDetector · Jul 29, 2016

cellrdwellr said:
I just bought a semi descent scoop to get started on the freshwater beaches...opening for handle is 1.2" or 30mm. Anyone have suggestions on where to get a handle? Preferably fiberglass. Thanks alot!

http://www.valleytools.net/app/stx.productdetail.asp?did=1247

cellrdwellr · Jul 30, 2016

NectarDetector said:
http://www.valleytools.net/app/stx.productdetail.asp?did=1247

Thanks nectar! Fiberglass is what I wanted and may switch soon ...the wood combined with the scoop is a kinda heavy combination. HH!

georgeinsc · Jul 30, 2016

I purchased a Seymour post hole digger handle. It is a little under diameter so I shimmed it until it fit., Been using it for almost three years with no problems

To carry my scoop I use a Wagner Tool Lasso. I put the clip on my belt and carry the scoop upside down.

I tried dragging the scoop and it kept filling up with sand. Tried carrying the scoop in my hand and did not like that either.

cellrdwellr · Jul 30, 2016

georgeinsc said:
I purchased a Seymour post hole digger handle. It is a little under diameter so I shimmed it until it fit., Been using it for almost three years with no problems

To carry my scoop I use a Wagner Tool Lasso. I put the clip on my belt and carry the scoop upside down.

I tried dragging the scoop and it kept filling up with sand. Tried carrying the scoop in my hand and did not like that either.

Thanks for the advice George! Will have to take a look at those!

9Veater · Jul 31, 2016

What about a yellow axe handle then file it down to the diameter since theyre more oval

cellrdwellr · Jul 31, 2016

9Veater said:
What about a yellow axe handle then file it down to the diameter since theyre more oval

I'm not sure an axe handle would fit unless I ground it down some here's the scoop. Thanks for the suggestion!

cellrdwellr · Jul 31, 2016

I filled the hole on the scoop for the handle with caulking and then put the handle in and put the wood screw in. It wasn't a snug fit, and I didn't want any play so the caulking worked wonders. I also may shorten it some, and drill some more holes in it on the top and bottom...reduce a little weight too.

robby4570 · Jul 31, 2016

Here's what works for ME...

georgeinsc said:
i purchased a seymour post hole digger handle. It is a little under diameter so i shimmed it until it fit., been using it for almost three years with no problems

to carry my scoop i use a wagner tool lasso. I put the clip on my belt and carry the scoop upside down.

I tried dragging the scoop and it kept filling up with sand. Tried carrying the scoop in my hand and did not like that either.

Ra1der5 · Aug 7, 2016

NectarDetector said:
http://www.valleytools.net/app/stx.productdetail.asp?did=1247

I have that Valley handle in my T-Rex and Stealth.

http://metaldetectingforum.com/showthread.php?t=225659

It is 1-3/8". I've never seen one that is 1.2". Your typical shovel handle is going to be 1.25".

Good luck.

R5

cellrdwellr · Aug 9, 2016

Ra1der5 said:
I have that Valley handle in my T-Rex and Stealth.

http://metaldetectingforum.com/showthread.php?t=225659

It is 1-3/8". I've never seen one that is 1.2". Your typical shovel handle is going to be 1.25".

Good luck.

R5

That's what the listing said the opening was. Upon assembly I quickly realized it was actually larger opening. Thanks for looking!

Surf Master · Aug 9, 2016

Your scoop

Is similar to my M-9 , Chuck at SunSpot custom made Ash coated handles for it cut down on the end 3 inches to fit, happy hunting Earl http://stealthscoop.com/index.html

cellrdwellr · Aug 9, 2016

Surf Master said:
Is similar to my M-9 , Chuck at SunSpot custom made Ash coated handles for it cut down on the end 3 inches to fit, happy hunting Earl http://stealthscoop.com/index.html

Dang!!! Look at that arsenal! I really didn't notice how heavy it was until I had to drag it around in waist high water for an hour or two :laughing:

will definitely look into a lighter option thanks earl!

Surf Master · Aug 9, 2016

You might

Want to look at this, Weight concern is hyped up, as i find with a ripped right bicep & rota-tor cuff problem on the side I carry the scoop, is not a issue, you see Stealth's scoop's 4 to 1 over Stavr, the rest RTG, 1 sold, but the extra weight I find useful as to implanting the head in the sand every scoop, and the grab handle is a carry tool, enjoy the hobby, Quality scoop's that last , just make our hobby more enjoyable, take care , Earl

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