Burgon & Ball - Mighty Pick – Heavy-Duty High-Carbon Steel Hand Pick

Burgon & Ball Mighty Pick – Heavy-Duty High-Carbon Steel Hand Pick

The Burgon & Ball Mighty Pick is a formidable hand-held tool engineered to conquer the most challenging soil conditions. Whether you are dealing with sun-baked clay, stony ground, or dense root systems, this weighted pick makes cultivation almost effortless. By combining a precision-forged high-carbon steel head with a balanced, gravity-assisted design, the Mighty Pick delivers high-impact results with minimal physical strain, making it an essential tool for preparing new planting holes in tough terrain.

Best For: Gardeners working with "impossible" ground, including heavily compacted, stony, or root-bound soils where standard trowels and forks fail to penetrate.

Key Features

• Gravity-Assisted Weighted Head: The forged high-carbon steel head is specifically weighted to work with gravity, significantly reducing the downward force you need to apply to break through hard surfaces.
• Aggressive Penetration: Features a sharp, reinforced point designed to bite instantly into baked or frozen earth, while the opposite flat end is ideal for prying and breaking apart clods.
• High-Carbon Durability: Forged for maximum strength and edge retention, ensuring the head won't bend or dull even when hitting buried stones or thick roots.
• Sustainably Sourced Handle: The FSC® certified hardwood handle provides a sturdy, shock-absorbing grip, finished with a classic leather thong for convenient hanging storage.
• Compact Power: At 41cm in length, it offers the perfect amount of leverage for a hand tool while remaining maneuverable enough for use in tight garden borders or raised beds.

Specifications

• Brand: Burgon & Ball
• Overall Length: 41cm
• Head Dimensions: 14cm (L) x 6cm (W)
• Weight: 240g
• Head Material: Forged High-Carbon Steel
• Handle Material: FSC-Certified Hardwood with Leather Thong

Ideal For (Uses)

• Breaking Hard-Baked Soil: Effortlessly penetrates soil that has become "concrete-like" during hot, dry summer months.
• Removing Deep-Rooted Weeds: Excellent for prying out stubborn taproots or breaking up root-bound perennials.
• Planting in Stony Ground: The sharp point is ideal for working around and dislodging rocks when digging planting holes.
• Trenching & Furrowing: Can be used to create deep, precise irrigation trenches or planting furrows in heavy clay.

Oversized Item Delivery Options

Since oversized items require special handling, we may need to provide a custom freight quote for your order and will contact you with an updated shipping rate.

Available options include:

✔ Delivery to your closest depot for pickup - default method
✔ Direct delivery - requires forklift on site
✔ Direct delivery with tailgate lift truck (extra fees apply)
✔ Forklift loading at our warehouse (no extra charge if you arrange your own freight)
✔ Direct truck delivery (available in Victoria)

Important Notes:

• Shipping costs vary by location and method
• Because of the forklift requirement, delivery to the nearest depot is the default option and will be the method used unless you contact us to request otherwise.

Business Delivery:

• Business delivery is available for commercial customers only
• If you select business delivery and your products are bulky, it is your responsibility to ensure you have appropriate equipment (including forklifts) to unload products from the delivery truck
• If you select business delivery and you are not a business, you risk your product not being delivered and may incur additional fees to retrieve your order
• Business delivery customers must provide a valid business address and contact information
• Additional fees may apply for failed delivery attempts due to lack of appropriate unloading equipment

Let us know your preference, and we'll arrange the best solution for you!

Important Note on Availability & Shipping

Our warehouse serves as our office and logistics centre rather than a retail showroom. Because we ship from multiple locations and manage high-turnover stock, not all items are available for immediate pickup.

Lead Times:

• In-Stock Items: Usually ready for dispatch the same day.
• Supplier-Dependent Items: Can take up to 2 weeks to arrive.

While we strive for fast delivery, some timelines are subject to supplier availability and are beyond our control. We appreciate your patience as we source the best quality gear for your project.