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Your cart is empty.Soil probes are the most basic sampling tool for farmers, agricultural consultants, soil scientists, and others requiring a small diameter soil sample. Equipped with a built-in foot step allows for additional pressure to be exerted while driving the probe into the soil. This one-piece model includes a 10" rubber-gripped cross handle for added operator comfort and has an outer diameter of 7/8", but cuts a 5/8" X 12" soil core. This specific soil probe is constructed of nickel-plated chromoly and has heat-treated tips.
Chad P.
Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2021
The main problem with having a foot peg on these is that it gives you an opportunity to put way too much pressure on them, exceeding what they can withstand. I bent mine upon first use due to hitting a root. But with my foot on the peg, I couldn't really tell that I was putting way too much force on it. So it emerged from the ground bent (although it did go through the root).The bend isn't severe, just noticeable. It still functions fine. It's just irritating.Having a soil probe around the house is a must if you're a lawn enthusiast, or if you're just curious about what type of soil you have, or how deeply your irrigation water is penetrating. Plus you can help your neighbors learn about their own soil conditions, since you'll have this Lamborghini-priced steel tube hanging around your garage or shed, just begging to be put to use.I just wish that these things weren't so darned expensive. I mean, this isn't a complicated contraption. Surely someone will come up with a cheaper manufacturing process at some point.
Troy Pinkelman
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2021
It works, but it could be better. I bought a much better one from one of the Hefty (AgPhD) boys that is much easier to get the soil out of. The tip is sharper and a little sturdier. It will do the job, but if you want to do hundreds of samples or more in a day, you may want a better one.
Heather
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2020
I’m a new homeowner trying to start an organic regimen for my lawn and I needed a probe to be able to send off soil samples. I’m so glad I got this probe with a step because I quickly discovered my lawn has lots of compacted clay and I literally had to put my entire body weight into it for some of the samples. It’s also very sturdy, there was no bending or breaking when I jumped on it a few times and I never felt like it was about to break either. I highly recommend getting this soil probe with a step to avoid a major headache, especially if you don’t know what’s going on beneath the surface of your yard.
Clay Shooter
Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2020
Sturdy,easy to use, pulls good cores.Chrome plating peels off after about 1 use.
Stolizino
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2019
Bought this to locate a leak in my municipal water supply line between the meter and where it enters the house. At a suspect spot I pulled several core samples that became progressively wet at the bottom until I pinpointed the spot where the soil was muddy at the bottom of the core. I used a trench shovel to expose the 10" deep PVC pipe and found a hairline crack at a joint. Repaired the pipe, no more leak. This tool made the job faster and cleaner than if I had simply used a shovel to expose the entire line.
brett birchmier
Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2019
Works like it should. Just the right height.
Barbara
Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2015
Easy to use. I have clay soil and it was hard to get the sample out, but I use a plastic knife and it did fine. It when deep enough for the soil samples and was just what I needed. It is also will made.
Ted Davis
Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2013
Very well made tool. Takes a good core sample and the sample was easy to remove. I liked the high polish to the finish. Sampled about 40 acres with it the first time out. You need to be aware of how much pressure you are putting on it. You could damage the foot peg. I found it was about the right weight to carry around though. It would not be suitable for rock hard ground.
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