Trowel handle repair

[Troller]

Hey all,
My trowel has already taken a beating. I have had it since March and the end of the rubber handle is already blown out. Granted I have been out quite a bit, but the cylindrical metal handle is now killing my hand. I am sure that other detectorist have experienced the same thing and I was wondering if one simply replaces the trowel or repairs it. Is there some way to modify the handle so that this doesn't happen?

 

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[GA_Boy]

Easy peasy---------------find a rubber hose that will fit metal shaft and add tape wraps until you get the proper diameter for a bicycle handlebar cover to fit and use Gorilla glue after you confirm a proper fit.
Good luck.
Marvin

 

[jharhed]

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[jharhed]

What's the inside diameter of the handle? I use an oar end on mine, makes it comfortable.

 

[Troller]

Not b sure of the inner diameter. I will check this evening. I took and wrapped some duct tape around the bare metal already and put the old handle back on. You guys are awesome though! Thanks for the advice!
Jarhead is that a home made hole punch in the bottom right? You could probably market those!

 

[kcm]

I like to use common pipe insulation from the hardware store, wrapped (completely) with electrical tape.

 

[jharhed]

Yeah I made a couple of them, use occasionally, I have an extra yellow end or two if you want just need $ to get it to you.

 

[Pinball]

I fixed mine with a golf ball and some 3/4 pvc pipe... still working great and easy on my hand. Here is the link
http://www.treasurenet.com/forums/metal-detecting/458273-garrett-edge-digger-fix.html

 

[SusanMN]

Not sure how wide your handle is but looks about the right size to fit a bicycle handle. I have used padded bicycle handles on my diggers and water scoops for a few years. Very comfortable and seem to last really well.

 

[Flycaster]

Cap it with a PVC end cap and then use rubber tool handle dip. You can get it in the paint section at most hardware stores.