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Your cart is empty.The Ames post hole digger is used for digging post holes for decks and fencing. It can also be used to dig footings. This tool is ideal for digging precise holes for projects like fence posts and in ground supports.
SingingSam
2025-08-23 15:00:34
I ordered this Ames post hole digger to replace my mail box post. I expect to use it again when I rebuild my deck. Digging holes is no fun even with the best of tools. I recommend watering the location or digging after a significant rain. The tool has enough weight to force the blades into clay, which is what I have underneath a few inches of top soil. The digger isn't so heavy that it wore me out.I had to dig a hole 30 inches deep and about 11 inches in diameter. Whoever set the former post did a lame job of anchoring it with concrete. I switched to a trenching shovel (also made by Ames) to dislodge chunks of old concrete. The trenching shovel was useful for widening the hole, followed by using the post hole digger to remove the dirt that fell to the bottom when I used the trenching shovel.The scale on the handle of the post hole digger is handy for checking progress. I probably would rent a boring machine if I was installing a fence and needed to dig a lot of holes for posts. But for small jobs or the occasional need, this tool gets it done without making you wear yourself out.
Customer
2025-08-05 15:39:04
It gets the job done
G. M.
2025-07-10 16:35:58
Easily the most durable diggers I've ever used. I broke a pair of steel handled diggers from a big box store in 3 hours. After shopping around I got these Ames diggers. They are finally starting to show their age after a year of near constant use. I replaced the handles a month ago and the hinge is a little loose but no permanent damage so far, spades are still in good shape. If you build fences or decks just get 2 and keep a pair on hand. Post hole diggers are a consumable these days even though they shouldn't be.
linda johnson
2025-06-24 18:12:27
Packaged very well, arrived on time, decent price, good looking product
ANALOG
2025-05-30 16:47:43
This is well made.
KJH77z28
2025-05-22 10:57:58
Out of everything that I could find this one seems to be what I need to get the job done. Quality is still a question but overall it is as good if not better that competitors.
BuyGlobal
2025-04-12 12:39:02
It is very difficult to use. And it is very difficult to dig it in. Stop using after 30mins of trying it. Not working at all. Return it the next day
dirt
2025-03-31 17:29:53
really well made. Impressed.
Customer
2025-03-21 14:25:10
It’s easy to handle and can be used for heavy work
j p bahary
2025-02-11 17:31:13
Happy with the order
Steve in Victoria
2024-12-31 10:30:28
It's sturdy, effective, and I like the depth measurement on the handles. I've used more sophisticated hole diggers that weren't any better, so don't waste your money. This is a good tool.
Peter
2024-12-23 18:08:55
Good quality product
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