Lesche T-Handle Shovel

pballwiz · Jan 1, 2021

Looking to pick up a new shovel for the 2021 season.
Currently my go-to is a Lesche Sampson Jr. (serrated on one side)
I really like the Sampson Jr but am looking to bend over less

I have my eyes on a Lesche 36" T-Handle that is serrated on one side.
I also see a similar shovel in a 31" length.
Can't decide between the two lengths.
The 31" seems to be a bit more money (+$20) for some reason.
I would think the longer one would be the more expensive one.
I'm about 6'2" so I'm thinking the 36" version which I can snag off of Amazon right now for $64.95 delivered.
Any thoughts/opinions on the two different lengths?

Thanks for looking & Happy New Year!

Stiffwrists · Jan 1, 2021

pballwiz said:
Looking to pick up a new shovel for the 2021 season.
Currently my go-to is a Lesche Sampson Jr. (serrated on one side)
I really like the Sampson Jr but am looking to bend over less
I have my eyes on a Lesche 36" T-Handle that is serrated on one side.
I also see a similar shovel in a 31" length.
Can't decide between the two lengths.
The 31" seems to be a bit more money (+$20) for some reason.
I would think the longer one would be the more expensive one.
I'm about 6'2" so I'm thinking the 36" version which I can snag off of Amazon right now for $64.95 delivered.
Any thoughts/opinions on the two different lengths?

Thanks for looking & Happy New Year!

Check out these.

https://www.excaliburshovels.com

Hand crafted. Really nice. I've used one for years. Lots of different lengths and configurations.

Martin_V3i · Jan 1, 2021

pballwiz said:
Looking to pick up a new shovel for the 2021 season.
Currently my go-to is a Lesche Sampson Jr. (serrated on one side)
I really like the Sampson Jr but am looking to bend over less
I have my eyes on a Lesche 36" T-Handle that is serrated on one side.
I also see a similar shovel in a 31" length.
Can't decide between the two lengths.
The 31" seems to be a bit more money (+$20) for some reason.
I would think the longer one would be the more expensive one.
I'm about 6'2" so I'm thinking the 36" version which I can snag off of Amazon right now for $64.95 delivered.
Any thoughts/opinions on the two different lengths?

Thanks for looking & Happy New Year!

"I also see a similar shovel in a 31" length.
Can't decide between the two lengths."

The 31" Sampson, hands down. I have bought several 36" shovels. The Sampson 31" still hangs off of my belt. My other shovels just sucked and were ugly in public's eyes. Way too much visible shovel once the 31" Sampson is used for any time in public hunts. jm2c

pballwiz · Jan 1, 2021

Stiffwrists said:
Check out these.

https://www.excaliburshovels.com

Hand crafted. Really nice. I've used one for years. Lots of different lengths and configurations.

Nice selection there.
Thanks for that.
Need to stick to Amazon offerings as I have Christmas gift cards to burn.

pballwiz · Jan 1, 2021

Martin_V3i said:
"I also see a similar shovel in a 31" length.
Can't decide between the two lengths."

The 31" Sampson, hands down. I have bought several 36" shovels. The Sampson 31" still hangs off of my belt. My other shovels just sucked and were ugly in public's eyes. Way too much visible shovel once the 31" Sampson is used for any time in public hunts. jm2c

I know what you mean in regards to "public's eye". That's why I carry the Sampson Jr. Helps me stay in "stealth" mode

My new purchase will be for digs where discretion isn't a factor.

partyofone · Jan 1, 2021

I recently bought a 31. I’ve found that I can cut cleaner plugs with it than I can with my lesche.

Martin_V3i · Jan 1, 2021

pballwiz said:
I know what you mean in regards to "public's eye". That's why I carry the Sampson Jr. Helps me stay in "stealth" mode
My new purchase will be for digs where discretion isn't a factor.

What exactly is a Sampson Jr?

pballwiz · Jan 1, 2021

Martin_V3i said:
What exactly is a Sampson Jr?

I've always referred to the 18" as the "JR".
I guess it's officially called the "mini".
It's the ultimate shovel for keeping a low profile when digging in public areas.
Sorry for the confusion.

Martin_V3i · Jan 1, 2021

I went for 3 years using the Mini, and that is my go-to public digger besides the 31".

pballwiz · Jan 1, 2021

Martin_V3i said:
I went for 3 years using the Mini, and that is my go-to public digger besides the 31".

Yeah, I assume the 31" is more expensive than the 36" because of demand.
Thanks for the input!

TerryEastTexas · Jan 2, 2021

I have the 31" T Handle Shovel but I'm 5' 7". At over 6' I would go with the longer one.

Chipk · Jan 2, 2021

At my advancing age I find it is a great aid in getting down to the ground and back up. I carry both a long handled and a hand digger with me

cellrdwellr · Jan 2, 2021

I've used just about all the T-handled shovels on the market, and IMO, predator is the strongest. I've broken the lesche shovels, I've never come even close to breaking a predator. The construction of the shovel is superior, and it has a gusset welded behind the blade to keep it from bending back, or forth. I believe the lesche does not have this gusset, at least, the one I purchased a few years back didn't. Here's a link to the shovel I use:
https://www.predatortools.com/products/model-55-barracuda
Good luck with your decision, and please keep us posted!

dumbdigger · Jan 2, 2021

31" Lesche

rx8driver · Jan 2, 2021

Again thanks for so much great information!

Silversmith45 · Jan 2, 2021

I'm 75 and 6'1". I have both the 31" and the 18" shovels. Once I got the 18" I have never used the 31" again. I use it mainly in parks and have never had anyone say anything about it. I have even talked to park workers while wearing it. You have to get down to retrieve your find anyway.

pballwiz · Jan 2, 2021

dumbdigger said:
31" Lesche

Hey bro, Happy New Year!
I ended up going with the 31" Lesche.
$64.95 delivered.
Supposed to be here in about 5 days.

pballwiz · Jan 2, 2021

Silversmith45 said:
I'm 75 and 6'1". I have both the 31" and the 18" shovels. Once I got the 18" I have never used the 31" again. I use it mainly in parks and have never had anyone say anything about it. I have even talked to park workers while wearing it. You have to get down to retrieve your find anyway.
View attachment 477960

Yeah,
I really like the nonchalance of my 18" Lesche in public places.
I like the holster you are using.
I use a plastic one that holds the shovel by the handle.
Hope I'm still digging @ 75. Good for you!

Martin_V3i · Jan 2, 2021

pballwiz said:
Hey bro, Happy New Year!
I ended up going with the 31" Lesche.
$64.95 delivered.
Supposed to be here in about 5 days.

That is a good job of shopping Amazon on a 31" Sampson..

pballwiz · Jan 2, 2021

Martin_V3i said:
That is a good job of shopping Amazon on a 31" Sampson..

Actually ended up getting it from fleabay.
Was anywhere from $10 to $20 more on Amazon.
Used some of my dug 2020 clad to finance the acquisition.

Lesche T-Handle Shovel

Senior Member

Attachments

Elite Member

Elite Member

Senior Member

Senior Member

Elite Member

Elite Member

Senior Member

Attachments

Elite Member

Senior Member

Elite Member

Elite Member

Elite Member

Full Member

Elite Member

Senior Member

Senior Member

Elite Member

Senior Member

Similar threads