There are many different kinds of hand rakes available. Here are some examples
Grass and Leaf Rake
These rakes are designed to rake up leaves in the fall or grass clippings after mowing the lawn. Some have tines that are stiffer than others. That becomes a personal choice.
Yard Butler LT-20 World's Greatest Rake
by Yard Butler
- 20 Tine rake
- Spring back action
- Steel tines
World's Greatest Rake Our professional grade rake with "spring-back" tines is the best ever invented. Its 20 free-floating, spring steel tines are so flexible they can rake directly over bedding plants.
Ames True Temper Greensweeper Poly Rake With 48-Inch Wood Handle 1920000
by Ames True Temper
- 48-Inch Wood Handle
- 10 Year Warranty
- Head: 24" Tines: 26" Handle: 48"
Ames 1920000 Greensweeper 48" Handle 26 Tine Lawn Rake, GreenIdeal for large yards and big jobs, the Greensweeper leaf rake quickly and efficiently collects leaves, grass clippings, twigs, pine needles and acorns. The poly tines resist cracking while retaining their shape, even after continual usage. The rake's lightweight materials minimize fatigue and reduce back strain.Ames 1920000 Greensweeper 48" Handle 26 Tine Lawn Rake, Green Features:; Premium polypropylene tines retain their shape; Ribbed construction provides additional rigidity and strength; 26 plastic tines; 24" head width; 48" handle
Dethatching Rake - designed to remove the layer of thatch that sometimes builds up in a lawn. See section in Yardener's Helper for Controlling Thatch.
Ames True Temper 1914000 Adjustable Thatching Rake with 54-Inch Wood Handle
by Ames True Temper
- 54-Inch Wood Handle
- 10 Year Warranty
- 54-inch hardwood handle adjusts up ordown to suit height of user.
- Head: 15-Inch Tines: 19-Inch
Ames 1914000 54" Handle 15" Head 19 Tine Lawn Groom Thatch RakeThe True Temper thatching rake is an all-purpose lawn rake. The curved tines are designed to clear dead grass (thatch) clippings from the lawn. This will allows air, sunshine, water, and fertilizers in to keep the grass healthy.Ames 1914000 54" Handle 15" Head 19 Tine Lawn Groom Thatch Rake Features:; Self-cleaning tine crimped on one side for scratching and loosening soil prior to seeding; Other side runs parallel to ground picking up litter and lifting low lying crab grass runners; Adjustable head; 54" handle, no replacement handle available; 19 teeth; 15" wide
Flower Bed Rake
This little rake is great for moving mulch in a bed filled with plants.
OXO 1068279 Good Grips Adjustable Gardening Hand Rake
Looking for the best way to clear debris from flower beds, around plants, and from other hard-to-reach areas? Try the OXO GOOD GRIPS Adjustable Hand Rake, featuring easily adjustable tines that lock into place at a spread anywhere from a 3-inches to 12-inches. Simply unlock the adjuster and slide forward or back to increase or decrease the spread, then securely lock into place. Fully retract the tines for getting into tight areas or for compact storage. Fully expand the tines for clearing larger areas. The Rake also features a dual position handle for added reach with optimal comfort and a soft, non-slip grip.
Oxo International 1068279 Adjustable Hand RakeLooking for the best way to clear debris from flower beds, around plants, and from other hard-to-reach areas? Try the OXO Good Grips Adjustable Hand Rake, featuring easily adjustable tines that lock into place at a spread anywhere from a 3?Ç¥ to 12?Ç¥. Simply unlock the adjuster and slide forward or back to increase or decrease the spread, then securely lock into place. Fully retract the tines for getting into tight areas
or for compact storage. Fully expand the tines for clearing larger areas. The Rake also features a dual position handle for added reach with optimal comfort and a soft, non-slip grip.Oxo International 1068279 Adjustable Hand Rake Features:; Easily adjust to lock tines in any position; Retract to 3?Ç¥ for tight spaces and compact storage; Expand to 12?Ç¥ for clearing larger areas; Dual position handle for comfort and reach; Soft, comfortable non-slip grip
TRADITIONAL GARDEN RAKE
Not fancy but it will work and last a long time.
Unger 92134 36-Inch Nifty Nabber Pick-Up Tool with Aluminum Handle
by Unger
- Pick-up tool easily picks various items
- Can pick up a penny or an 8-pound object
- Rubber over molded steel fingers won't damage objects
- Simply squeeze handle to wrap claw around object
- 36" length
The Unger 36-inch nifty nabber pick-up tool with aluminum handle makes it easy to pick up items from the ground or off shelves by squeezing the handle to wrap the claw around an object. It can hold objects as tiny as a penny or as heavy as 8 pounds. The rubber overmolded steel fingers provide gripping power without damaging objects.
Midwest Gloves and Gear 45TA, Lawn Claws Leaf Scoops
by Midwest Gloves & Gear
- Adjustable Elastic Handle Straps for Easy Grip
- Non Rusting, Wipe Clean or Hose Off Surface
- Easy Hang Storage, Long Lasting
- Great for Picking up or Spreading
- Great for the Every Day or Professional Gardener
Lawn Claws - Adjustable handle straps with wipe clean surface. Easy hang storage. Leaf Claws measure 14-1/2-inches by 11-3/4-inches each, sold in pairs. A must have for all homeowners.
Solid panels will not allow small items, such as acorns, to fall through scoops. Scoops fit either hand. Ideal for spreading mulch or peat moss. Adjustable hand straps. Wipe clean surface. Easy hang storage. Set of 2.
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Wrist Saver Shrub Rake by Vertex
The only shrub rake that gives you complete one-handed control -- leaving the other hand free to move the shrub or plant aside. Perfect for cleaning out leaves or debris that builds up in those hard to reach places! Heavy-duty steel construction and resilient powder-coated finish with a comfortable handgrip and flexible arm cuff for support. 29” long.
For information about sources for this tool go to www.2vertex.com
Pivot Leaf Rake by Vertex
NEW! Ergonomic Pivot Rake. Push or pull with the twist of a lever. Designed to be easy on your back, shoulders and hands. PUSH with a natural sweeping motion for general raking and pushing piles of leaves. Then flip to the pull position for raking along fences or buildings. Pivoting head adjusts to your own unique "backsaver" angle. Lightweight, aluminum handle telescopes to over 4 feet! Folds for easy storage.
For information about sources for this tool go to www.2vertex.com
