Hori Hori Garden Knife, Garden Tools with Sheath for Weeding,Planting,Digging, 7" Stainless Steel Blade with Cutting Edge, Full-Tang Wood Handle with Hanging Hole

We moved into a house with extremely compacted clay soil. I occasionally questioned if I wasn't digging over some shallow buried concrete or pavers from someone's previous project because tools just would not push into the soil but nope, the soil is just that hard. I bent a few trowels meant for digging in rocky soils so I decided to upgrade.This is the only garden tool I can shove into the ground here without having to use something I can stand on to push it down. I've used it to leverage old, 2' long cement pavers that had sunken down into the ground and become encased in the clay. I dug over 1' down in an area that river rock had been dumped over top of the old rock year after year as it sank down and became a part of the compacted clay. It's narrow enough to make a slice in the lawn and remove the roots of weeds like oriental bittersweet or small pest trees without killing the surrounding grass.The edge is more than sharp enough to cut yourself and many sturdy but not older, woody plant stems that you don't care how neatly it's cut. It is not a fine knife blade. It wouldn't stay sharp long being shoved in the ground and possibly against rocks and landscaping materials if it was. If I want to frequently and cleanly cut something I buy a knife or specific cutting tool and keep the edges oiled and sanded to make a neater, easier cut.The edge on this is most useful for shoving into and cutting along roots or digging hard ground. Along with easily sliding into nearly any soil it can tear through a good sized taproot relative to how small the tool is and cut through tangled masses of roots in overgrown areas. It is not a complete replacement for pruning shears or a good pocket knife when you need to make careful cuts in a plant. None of those are meant for shoving into soil regularly without rusting and will take damage if they encounter too hard of material.If I hit rock or metal while cutting something with my pocket knife I often have to go remove the burr and eventually put a new edge on it. I also have to make sure to clean any soil and source of moisture off tools with a sharp edge to avoid rust. By not having a very fine edge this tool will still cut into tough plant matter or compacted and rocky soil the same as before you ran the edge down that landscaping stone you didn't realize was that close, find there's concrete farther out from that post than planned, or hit the bottom of the chainlink fence. I've also left it sit a few days with wet soil on it before I wiped it off and not had it rust any. Inevitably garden tools eventually get forgotten prior to a rainstorm at some point in their lifespan (probably several times) so rust resistance greatly reduces effort when people are too tired or hot from yard chores to remember every tool or clean everything off right away.Maintenance is reduced while being suitable for it's purpose and also reducing how badly you cut yourself if it does hit something and stop. Digging in our compacted soil full of mystery items from past concrete post settings, decorative rock areas, a myriad of buried landscaping pavers and boulders, and lots of half broken down landscaping timbers the fact it won't send you to the ER if your hands end up in the way when it gets stopped or deflected by something is a good thing.The notched area supposedly for use as a bottle open seems pointless but hasn't caused any problems. I have decided it's existence can be completely ignored and overlooked.

This gardening knife has so many functions and uses! I don’t go out to work in the garden without it. It is made of high quality materials and the sheath is perfect. The sheath had a loop on the back so you can slide it on your belt and you are ready to go. The knife is very secure in the sheath. It feels great and natural in you hand. It looks like a very expensive knife/tool. The wooden handle is a gorgeous color as well. I ended but buying more for gifts my sister and best friend.Multi functional must have!

This is my new favorite gardening tool. It is so well-made, strong sturdy, and really does what it needs to do. I have a lot of roots in my yard and this tool saws right through them. I also have clay soil, which compacts and this tool makes it so much easier to dig. I just got this a few days ago and I wish I had it several years ago. It is easy to handle, the blade is thick and the quality is the best. It is very comfortable to hold and I haven’t even touched on all the things I think this tool will help me with in my garden. I actually showed my son-in-law my new garden tool and he immediately ordered two of them. Price is great.

Exactly what I needed! Nice, sharp blade, cuts weeds out like butter! Sturdy handle - this will be a great addition to my gardening tools.

I purchased a Hori Hori garden knife, and it has quickly become one of my favorite tools for gardening. The knife features a sharp 7-inch stainless steel blade with a cutting edge that makes weeding, planting, and digging much easier. The versatility of the blade allows me to tackle multiple tasks with ease—whether I’m cutting through tough roots, digging small holes, or even harvesting plants. The full-tang construction gives it excellent durability, and I can tell this tool will last for many seasons to come.The wooden handle feels comfortable in hand and provides a solid grip, even during longer gardening sessions. I also appreciate the hanging hole at the end of the handle, which makes it easy to store the knife within arm’s reach while working in the garden. The included sheath is another great feature, offering protection for both the blade and myself when it’s not in use. It’s easy to slip the knife in and out of the sheath, and it keeps the blade safely covered.Overall, this garden knife has been a game-changer for my gardening routine. It’s well-designed, functional, and a joy to use. Whether I’m weeding or planting, it gets the job done with ease. I highly recommend this Hori Hori garden knife to anyone looking for a reliable and versatile tool for their gardening needs.

Heavy duty feel and weight. Works as it should. Such a handy tool.

I have order quite a few of these tools for my work crew and they are fantastic! Finally a tool that is sturdy enough to hold up to abuse and not break. I highly recommend this tool!

Are you tired of garden hand tools that fall apart? Not this one. Full tang in a wooden riveted handle. You can dig, cut, saw with this - plus it has very durable case than can fasten to your belt. Tool is heavy and will outlive me.