Description
Professional Hand Grubber for Breaking and Aerating Compacted Soil
The WOLF-Garten KA2K Hand Grubber features three pointed steel tines engineered to break up compacted ground, loosen soil, and improve aeration in beds, borders, and allotments. With its ergonomic fixed handle and back-saving angled tines, this lightweight cultivator makes tough ground cultivation easier and more comfortable, even in stony conditions.
Key Features
- Three pointed steel tines: Penetrate compacted soil and break up tough ground efficiently
- Ergonomic angled design: Reduces back strain by minimizing bending during cultivation
- Comfort grip fixed handle: Provides extra support during the pulling movement
- Lightweight construction: Easy to use for extended periods without fatigue
- Ideal for stony ground: Robust tines handle rocky soil conditions
- Compact working width: Perfect for working between plants in beds and allotment rows
- German engineering: Professional-quality construction built to last
Why Choose the KA2K Hand Grubber?
Breaking up compacted soil with a spade or fork can be exhausting and hard on your back. The KA2K's three-tine design and ergonomic angle make cultivation easier by allowing you to use a pulling motion rather than heavy digging. This technique is faster, less tiring, and more effective for loosening soil without excessive disturbance.
The pointed tines penetrate even tough, compacted ground with minimal effort, while the spacing between tines allows soil to break up and fall through, creating the loose, aerated structure plants need for healthy root growth.
Back-Saving Ergonomic Design
The angled tine configuration is specifically engineered to reduce the strain placed on your back during cultivation. Instead of bending low to work the soil, the angle allows you to maintain a more upright posture while still achieving effective soil penetration and breaking action.
This ergonomic advantage is particularly valuable for gardeners who experience back discomfort or those working larger areas where repetitive bending would cause fatigue and strain.
Ideal Applications
- Breaking up compacted soil in vegetable beds and borders
- Loosening and aerating soil around established plants
- Working between rows on allotments without damaging crops
- Cultivating stony ground where spades struggle
- Preparing soil for planting in confined spaces
- Incorporating compost or amendments into topsoil
- Aerating soil in raised beds and containers
- General cultivation and soil maintenance
Working in Stony Ground
If you garden on stony or rocky soil, the KA2K is an invaluable tool. The robust steel tines slide past stones rather than getting stuck or damaged, allowing you to work effectively in conditions that would blunt or break lesser tools. The three-tine design provides enough penetration to break soil while being narrow enough to navigate around larger stones.
Perfect for Tight Spaces
The compact width makes the KA2K ideal for working between closely spaced plants in established beds or between vegetable rows on allotments. You can cultivate right up to plant stems without disturbing roots or damaging foliage—precision that's impossible with full-size cultivators or forks.
Professional Cultivation Techniques
The Pulling Motion
Position the grubber ahead of you and pull it back through the soil using the comfort grip handle. The pointed tines will penetrate and break up compacted layers as you pull. This pulling action is more efficient and less tiring than pushing or chopping motions.
Depth Control
For surface cultivation and weed control, use shallow strokes that work the top few centimeters. For deeper soil breaking, apply more downward pressure to drive the tines deeper before pulling back.
Working Around Plants
When cultivating around established plants, work carefully to avoid root damage. The three-tine design allows you to work close to stems while the spacing lets you feel if you encounter major roots, so you can adjust your technique accordingly.
Lightweight for Extended Use
The KA2K's lightweight construction means you can work for longer periods without arm and shoulder fatigue. This is particularly valuable when preparing large vegetable beds or maintaining extensive allotment plots where heavy tools would quickly become tiring.
Care and Maintenance
Clean the tines after each use to prevent soil build-up and corrosion. The steel construction is robust, but storing the tool clean and dry will ensure decades of reliable service. Check the tines periodically for damage if working in very stony conditions.
Specifications
- Number of tines: 3 pointed steel tines
- Handle type: Fixed, ergonomic comfort grip
- Design feature: Angled tines for reduced back strain
- Construction: Lightweight steel
- Ideal for: Compacted soil, stony ground, tight spaces
- Made in Germany
- Barcode: 4009269271400
- SKU: KA2K
Why Choose WOLF-Garten?
WOLF-Garten's German engineering heritage means every tool is manufactured to professional standards. The KA2K represents decades of innovation in hand tool design, delivering the perfect balance of strength, ergonomics, and practical functionality for real-world gardening tasks.
Invest in professional-quality hand tools that deliver reliable performance season after season, backed by WOLF-Garten's reputation for quality.
Transform your soil cultivation with the WOLF-Garten KA2K Hand Grubber. Order now from UK stock for fast delivery.
What you need to know.
Delivery
Delivery
Standard Delivery - FREE
All orders received by 1.00pm (GMT/BST) on a working day, will be dispatched the same day. Orders received at the weekend or on British Bank Holidays will be dispatched on the next working day. Orders are usually sent via Royal Mail. Royal Mail aim to deliver parcels within two to three working days.
Express delivery - £2.99
If you would like your items quicker then we can post them first class for £2.99. All orders received by 1.00pm (GMT/BST) on a working day, will be dispatched the same day. Orders received at the weekend or on British Bank Holidays will be dispatched on the next working day. Orders are usually sent via Royal Mail. Royal Mail aim to delivery first class parcels the next working day. Unfortunately this is not available for telescopic poles.
Highlands & Islands of Scotland Zone, Northern Ireland, Isle of Man & Isles of Scilly
Unfortunately due to the cost of sending large items to these locations a surcharge will apply if the large telescopic pole (ZMV4) is ordered. We will contact you to advise you of the additional cost.
Delivery Times
We make every effort to deliver goods within the estimated timescales, however delays are occasionally inevitable due to unforeseen factors. Wolf Online shall be under no liability for any delay or failure to deliver the products within estimated timescales.
Delivery Addresses
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WOLF- Garten Gaurantee
The WOLF-Garten Guarantee: Exceptional Coverage for Premium Tools
When you invest in WOLF-Garten tools from WolfOnline, you're purchasing garden equipment backed by one of the most comprehensive guarantee programmes in the industry. WOLF-Garten's commitment to quality is demonstrated through their exceptional guarantee coverage, which varies by product range to reflect the premium engineering and durability built into every tool.
Guarantee Coverage by Product Range
Multi-Change® System: 35 Year Guarantee
All products in the revolutionary multi-change® range manufactured from 2018 onwards come with an outstanding 35 year guarantee. This exceptional coverage applies to both the interchangeable tool heads and the handles, demonstrating WOLF-Garten's absolute confidence in the durability and performance of their innovative modular system. Whether you're investing in cultivators, rakes, hoes, brushes, or any of the 70+ tool heads available, you can do so with complete peace of mind.
Cutting Tools and Fixed Hand Tools: 10 Year Guarantee
WOLF-Garten's cutting range and fixed hand tools carry a comprehensive 10 year guarantee. This includes their precision secateurs, shears, loppers, saws, and fixed-handle implements. These tools are engineered to exacting German standards with hardened, precision-ground blades and robust construction designed to provide a decade or more of reliable service.
Other Product Ranges: 2-5 Year Guarantee
Other WOLF-Garten product ranges come with guarantee coverage between 2 and 5 years, depending on the specific product. This ensures that every item in the WOLF-Garten catalogue is protected against manufacturing defects and material faults.
What the Guarantee Covers
Each WOLF-Garten product is guaranteed against defective material or assembly of material under normal usage conditions. The guarantee applies to the original purchaser and covers faulty parts plus the labour involved in replacing and repairing those parts which are of original manufacture.
To make a guarantee claim, you must have proof of purchase, so we recommend keeping your receipt or order confirmation in a safe place.
Important Guarantee Conditions
Professional and Commercial Use
Please note that professional or commercial use carries a three month warranty only. If you're purchasing WOLF-Garten tools for professional landscaping, grounds maintenance, or other commercial applications, the guarantee period is limited to three months from the date of purchase. The guarantee still covers defective material or assembly under normal usage and includes faulty parts and labour for repairs.
What Is Not Covered
The WOLF-Garten guarantee does not cover:
General wear and tear - Normal wear on the product including blunt blades, which can be sharpened as part of routine maintenance.
Damage from use or neglect - Any depreciation or damage caused by ordinary wear, rusting or corrosion, lack of correct maintenance or operation, misuse, abuse, or accidental damage.
Unauthorized modifications - Failure or damage caused as a result of parts or accessories being modified without written approval from the manufacturer.
Non-transferable - The guarantee is non-transferable and is only applicable to the original purchaser with proof of purchase.
Your Statutory Rights
This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights under applicable national consumer protection laws. You have legal rights under UK consumer law relating to the sale of consumer goods, and this guarantee does not affect those rights, nor those rights that cannot be excluded or limited, nor rights against the retailer from whom you purchased the product. You may assert any rights you have at your sole discretion.
How to Make a Guarantee Claim
If you need to make a claim under the WOLF-Garten guarantee for a product purchased from WolfOnline, please contact the manufacturer's guarantee service directly by sending an email to wolf-garten@barrus.co.uk with the following information:
Your contact details:
- Full name
- Full address
- Postcode
- Contact telephone number
Product information:
- Product name and model
- Photograph of the product
- Short description of the fault or issue
- Proof of purchase (receipt or order confirmation)
- Date of purchase
Upon receipt of your email, an assessment will take place and a decision will be made as soon as possible. You will be contacted directly with the response from the guarantee team.
Care and Maintenance for Long-Term Performance
To ensure your WOLF-Garten tools provide decades of reliable service and to maintain your guarantee coverage, we recommend following these simple care practices:
Regular cleaning - Remove soil and plant debris after each use to prevent corrosion and maintain optimal performance.
Proper storage - Store tools in a dry location away from moisture to prevent rust and deterioration.
Routine maintenance - Oil moving parts on cutting tools periodically, and sharpen blades when needed using appropriate sharpening tools.
Correct usage - Use each tool for its intended purpose and follow any care instructions provided with your product.
Multi-change® connections - Check that tool heads are properly secured to handles before use and inspect connections periodically.
Why Choose WOLF-Garten from WolfOnline
At WolfOnline, we're specialist retailers of WOLF-Garten products because we believe in offering our customers tools that represent genuine long-term value. The exceptional guarantee coverage – particularly the 35 year guarantee on the multi-change® system – demonstrates why WOLF-Garten tools are an investment rather than just a purchase.
When you buy WOLF-Garten tools from us, you're getting premium German-engineered equipment backed by comprehensive guarantee protection and our commitment to customer service. We're here to help with any questions about your tools or the guarantee process.
Invest with Confidence
The WOLF-Garten guarantee represents more than warranty coverage – it's a statement of quality, durability, and the manufacturer's confidence in their products. Whether you're building a multi-change® collection with 35 year coverage, investing in cutting tools with a 10 year guarantee, or selecting any other WOLF-Garten product, you can garden with complete peace of mind.
Explore our complete range of WOLF-Garten tools and experience the confidence that comes from using premium equipment backed by exceptional guarantee coverage.
This guarantee is provided by E.P. Barrus Ltd, the UK distributor of WOLF-Garten products. This guarantee is governed by the laws of England and the English language.
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