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Product name: Post Hole Borer Manual
Product code: 62720
Using a post hole borer can significantly reduce your time and effort to dig holes compared to other manual traditional methods, such as a shovel. The precision it adds to the job, creating clean and uniform holes, minimises the risk of costly mistakes or uneven hole depths. Weighing in at just 3kg and with a T handle to make it easy to use, it is exceptionally low maintenance. After use simply clean the blade.
There’s also no need to worry about having a gas and electrical outlet nearby, making this manual option more environmentally friendly, and quieter for yourself and the neighbours.
- Lightweight
- Portable and easy to transport
- Environmentally friendly
- Simple to operate requiring minimal training or experience
- Can dig depth of 150mm
- Digging Depth: 0.7m
- Fuel Type: Manual
We recommend you wear steel toe protection when using this product.
We recommend you wear steel toe protection when using this product.
Gauntlets, PVC, cotton or rigger gloves are required with this item for hand protection.
You will need a vehicle at least the size of an estate car to collect this item.
We are unable to supply petrol with our equipment due to licensing restrictions. However a petrol can, can be purchased at checkout.
Post Hole Borer Manual
Ideal for digging holes for fence posts, signs, plants and more, the manual Post Hole Borer provides an easy non-mechanical means of creating multiple cavities in soil or clay, up to 150mm in depth.
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Product name: Post Hole Borer Manual
Product code: 62720
Using a post hole borer can significantly reduce your time and effort to dig holes compared to other manual traditional methods, such as a shovel. The precision it adds to the job, creating clean and uniform holes, minimises the risk of costly mistakes or uneven hole depths. Weighing in at just 3kg and with a T handle to make it easy to use, it is exceptionally low maintenance. After use simply clean the blade.
There’s also no need to worry about having a gas and electrical outlet nearby, making this manual option more environmentally friendly, and quieter for yourself and the neighbours.
- Lightweight
- Portable and easy to transport
- Environmentally friendly
- Simple to operate requiring minimal training or experience
- Can dig depth of 150mm
- Digging Depth: 0.7m
- Fuel Type: Manual
We recommend you wear steel toe protection when using this product.
We recommend you wear steel toe protection when using this product.
Gauntlets, PVC, cotton or rigger gloves are required with this item for hand protection.
You will need a vehicle at least the size of an estate car to collect this item.
We are unable to supply petrol with our equipment due to licensing restrictions. However a petrol can, can be purchased at checkout.
Questions
The Post Hole Borer Manual is designed for digging holes for fence posts, signs, plants, and similar installations. It’s ideal for projects that require multiple holes in soil or clay, providing a clean, precise, and uniform result.
A manual post hole borer operates using two sharp blades that cut into the ground as you twist and push down. When the hole reaches the desired depth, you pull the handles apart to lift out the soil, leaving a neat, round cavity ready for posts or plants.
This model has a digging depth of up to 0.7 m, allowing for holes deep enough for standard fence posts and similar installations.
The Post Hole Borer Manual can create holes with a diameter of approximately 150 mm, which is ideal for most medium-sized posts, signs, and garden features.
Not at all. Weighing only 3 kg, it’s light, easy to handle, and ideal for longer tasks. The T-handle design provides a firm, comfortable grip for better control.
No, the Post Hole Borer Manual is simple to use and requires minimal training or experience. Its manual operation makes it suitable for both professionals and DIY users.
While powered borers can dig deeper and faster in tough ground, manual borers are quieter, more environmentally friendly, require no fuel or electricity, and are easier to maintain. They’re also ideal for smaller projects or use in noise-sensitive areas.
Maintenance is minimal. After each use, simply clean the blades to prevent rust and soil build-up. Store it in a dry area to maintain longevity.
The Post Hole Borer Manual performs best in standard soil and clay. For extremely rocky or compacted ground, you may need to loosen the area first with a digging bar or pick.
Yes. Since it operates manually, the Post Hole Borer Manual produces no emissions and requires no fuel or electricity, making it an eco-friendly option for outdoor projects.
A Post Hole Borer allows you to create deeper, more precise holes with less effort and less soil disturbance. It also reduces the risk of uneven hole sizes, helping ensure posts are set securely and straight.
Extremely portable. It’s lightweight and compact, making it easy to carry between worksites or store in a vehicle or shed.
No additional attachments are needed. It’s a complete manual tool ready to use straight away.
A useful rule of thumb is to make the hole about one-third the length of the post. For example, a 1.8 m post should have a hole approximately 0.6 m deep, which is achievable with this manual borer.
Always check for underground utilities before digging. Wear gloves to protect your hands, use steady pressure to avoid jerking, and ensure you’re standing on stable ground while operating the tool.
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