Copper Hand Trowel

Description from Williams-Sonoma

This general-purpose hand castor trowel is handcrafted by Austrian coppersmiths, who forge each heirloom-quality tool from tin bronze – a hardwearing, rust resistant copper alloy that contains 94% copper. The curved, pointed blade is honed to a sharp edge that slides into soil with ease. As it contacts soil, the blade deposits minute amounts of copper that promote water absorption and help to repel slugs and snails.

• Crafted for enduring quality, with honed edges that retain their sharpness.
• Blade is hand forged to premium hardness, then polished to a high shine and left unsealed.
• Long-lasting sharp edges.
• Rust-resistant metal ages naturally to an attractive bronze patina.
• Turned solid beech handle is finished with linseed oil.
• Handle can be personalized.
• Copper and brass fittings.
• As with any handcrafted item, subtle imperfections, textures and irregularities are to be expected, and are part of the unique beauty of each piece.
• 3 1/4″ wide, 12″ long; 8 oz.
• Made in Austria and Hungary.