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Copper Antares Digging Fork

Copper Antares Digging Fork

PKS Bronze

$348.00
$348.00
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The Antares Digging Fork offers a gentle and efficient way to loosen and aerate established garden soil. Its four slightly curved tines enter the ground more readily than the broad blade of a spade, making it especially useful when soil needs to be opened and worked without moving heavy sections of earth.

Handmade by PKS Bronze, the fork head is formed from a special aluminum-bronze alloy selected to withstand the greater pressure placed on a digging tool. The strong, rust-resistant tines retain their edges well and may be resharpened when needed. A curved, untreated ash handle and broad T-grip provide a comfortable working position and excellent control.

Product Details
  • Approximately 42.5" long
  • Tines measure approximately 8" long; fork measures approximately 6.5" wide
  • Solid bronze (copper-tin alloy, 92%+ copper)
  • European hardwood handle, oil-finished
  • May be resharpened as needed
  • Rust-free, low-friction, long service life
  • Each tool is handmade; slight variations in dimensions and finish are to be expected
  • Handmade in Austria

Suggested Use

Use to loosen and aerate established beds, break apart compacted soil, and lift rooted weeds. Press the tines into the ground and gently rock the handle backward to open the soil, working across the bed as needed.

The Antares is intended for cultivated garden soil. It should not be used to break new ground, clear woody roots or shrubs, or work in heavily stony soil.

Care Instructions

  • Brush or wipe soil from the fork after use.
  • Dry the metal head and wooden handle thoroughly before storing.
  • Use warm water and mild dish soap for deeper cleaning.
  • Avoid vinegar and other acidic cleaners, which may damage the copper alloy.
  • If the ash handle begins to feel dry, apply a small amount of wood-safe oil and wipe away any excess.
  • Resharpen the tine edges with a fine file or whetstone as needed, following the original bevel.
  • Store in a dry, sheltered place.

Brand Description

Since 1995, PKS Bronze has been handcrafting garden tools in Austria using solid, copper-rich bronze alloys and traditional coppersmithing techniques. Designed to support natural soil processes while making garden work easier, these tools balance time-honored craftsmanship with thoughtful, modern design. Each piece is forged by hand, fitted with responsibly sourced European hardwood handles, and carefully finished for durability, comfort, and long-term use. The result is a collection of rust-free, smooth-running tools intended to be used and relied upon for decades by gardeners who value quality, sustainability, and enduring materials.

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This item is final sale and cannot be returned or exchanged. See the full list of exclusions in our Returns & Exchanges Policy.