Ashwood by Ryset Stainless Steel Hand Pick Mattock | GD686

Break up compacted soil, stubborn roots and hard clay with the Ashwood by Ryset Stainless Steel Hand Pick Mattock.

This compact dual-purpose garden tool features a pointed pick on one side and a curved mattock blade on the other. The pick helps penetrate hard ground and loosen embedded stones, while the mattock blade is ideal for digging, cultivating and removing weeds.

Its polished, heat-treated stainless steel head is paired with a contoured FSC-certified ashwood handle for strength, comfort and control. At approximately 350mm long, it is particularly useful in garden borders, raised beds and other confined planting areas.

Key Features

• Dual-purpose hand pick and mattock

• Pointed pick for penetrating compacted soil and hard clay

• Curved mattock blade for digging, cultivating and weeding

• Polished, heat-treated stainless steel head

• Rust-resistant finish

• Strong FSC-certified ashwood handle

• Contoured handle for a comfortable, secure grip

• Compact size suitable for detailed garden work

• Approximately 350mm overall length

• Ideal for borders, raised beds and established gardens

• Five-year manufacturer warranty

• Ashwood by Ryset product code GD686

Suitable Uses

• Breaking up compacted garden soil

• Loosening hard clay

• Working around small rocks and stones

• Cutting through fibrous roots

• Removing established weeds

• Cultivating garden beds

• Creating shallow planting trenches

• Preparing soil around established plants

• Working in raised garden beds

• Renovating compacted planting areas

• Mixing compost and soil amendments into garden soil

Dual-Head Design

Pick End

The pointed pick concentrates force into a smaller area, helping it penetrate compacted soil, clay and root-filled ground.

It can also be used to loosen small stones and break apart hard clumps of soil before cultivation.

Mattock End

The curved mattock blade is designed for digging, cultivating, shallow trenching and removing weeds.

Its curved shape helps the blade enter the soil efficiently when swung with a controlled action.

How to Use

Loosen the soil using short, controlled movements. Use the pointed pick when working through compacted soil, hard clay or fibrous roots.

Turn the tool around and use the mattock blade to pull loosened soil towards you, remove weeds or create shallow planting areas.

Allow the shape and weight of the tool to perform the work. Avoid excessive force and maintain a clear working area around the tool.

Tool Care

Remove soil and plant material from the stainless steel head after each use.

Wipe the tool dry before storing it. Although stainless steel provides good resistance to rust, prolonged exposure to moisture, fertilisers and corrosive garden products may still cause marking or surface corrosion.

Store the mattock in a dry, sheltered location and keep the ashwood handle protected from continual rain, strong sunlight and excessive moisture.

Occasionally applying a suitable timber oil can help preserve the appearance and condition of the wooden handle. Follow the oil manufacturer’s directions and allow the handle to dry fully before use.

Safety Information

• Wear suitable gardening gloves and enclosed footwear

• Wear eye protection when working in rocky or compacted ground

• Maintain a clear swinging area

• Keep children, pets and other people away while the tool is being used

• Inspect the head and handle before each use

• Do not use the tool if the head is loose or the handle is split

• Avoid striking concrete, metal or large solid rocks

• Do not use the tool as a lever or pry bar

• Store securely when not in use

Product Details

Brand: Ashwood by Ryset
Product Name: Stainless Steel Hand Pick Mattock
Product Code: GD686
Tool Type: Dual-head hand pick and mattock
Head Material: Polished, heat-treated stainless steel
Handle Material: FSC-certified ashwood
Overall Length: Approximately 350mm
Head Configuration: Pointed pick and curved mattock blade
Primary Uses: Digging, cultivating, weeding and loosening compacted soil
Suitable Areas: Garden beds, borders, raised gardens and established planting areas
Warranty: Five-year manufacturer warranty, subject to supplier terms
Supply Format: One hand pick mattock

Important Information

• This is a compact hand mattock rather than a full-sized long-handled mattock

• Natural variations in the colour and grain of the ashwood handle are expected

• Stainless steel is rust resistant but not completely rust proof

• Remove moisture, soil and fertiliser residue after use

• Store the timber handle away from prolonged exposure to weather

• Product appearance and packaging may vary slightly

• Always use the tool with controlled movements and appropriate protective equipment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a pick and a mattock?

The pointed pick is designed to penetrate hard or compacted ground. The broader mattock blade is used for digging, cultivating, shallow trenching and pulling loosened soil towards the user.

Is it suitable for clay soil?

Yes. The pick end is particularly useful for breaking into compacted clay, while the mattock blade can be used to loosen and cultivate the soil afterward.

Can it cut through roots?

It can help break or cut through small and fibrous garden roots. It is not intended for cutting large woody roots, which may require a pruning saw, axe or heavier landscaping tool.

Is it suitable for raised garden beds?

Yes. Its compact 350mm length makes it well suited to raised beds, borders and confined areas where a full-sized mattock would be difficult to control.

Is the stainless steel completely rust proof?

No. Stainless steel is resistant to rust, but moisture, fertilisers and corrosive garden products can still cause staining or surface corrosion. Clean and dry the tool after use.

How should the ashwood handle be maintained?

Keep the handle clean and store it out of the weather. An occasional light application of a suitable timber oil can help protect the wood and maintain its appearance.

Does it include a warranty?

Yes. The tool is supplied with a five-year manufacturer warranty, subject to the supplier’s warranty conditions and appropriate use.