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Made to the highest standard using traditional methods, this beautiful De Wit double hand-hoe is part of their ‘Junior’ range. They are perfectly proportioned to fit small hands and will help instill a love of gardening at an early age. Forged from carbon steel in the traditional way, they also have an oiled ash handle.

Measurements: Length 17cm x width 17cm x height 7cm

Note: you will reiceve only the handhoe the other tools in the photograph are available to purchase separately

The Dutch are rightly regarded as makers of the finest gardening tools. De Wit have been around longer than anyone. They started in 1898 and the 4th generation of De Wits are now in charge of the business; one is a trained wood turner, the other trained as a blacksmith. De Wit forge their tools from carbon steel in the traditional way. Carbon Steel is naturally tougher than stainless steel and is not prone to metal fatigue. De Wit also burnish their steel. This not only helps to protect it for longer but gives it a patina that blackens it - just like traditional English tools from the Edwardian era.

All De Wit tools have turned hardwood handles of oiled Ash. Ash is not only very strong but resists shock better than woods like oak or beech, which is why it was traditionally used for Axe handles.