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AUSTRALIAN MADE TOOLS FOR THE TURF PROFESSIONAL

PRODUCT CATALOGUE

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CONTENTS

4 Greenkeeper Levelawns

5 Landscaper Levelawns

6 Superub Levelawn

7 Two Metre and

Three Metre Levelawns

9 Tractor Mounted Levelawn

10 Drag Mat

11 Round Pluggers

12 Turf Doctor Square Cut

Turf Repairers

14 Soil Samplers

16 Soil Profile Sampler

17 Single Corer Catcher

18 Versatile Turf Aerator

19 Robust 3 Tyne Aerator

20 Turfmaster Golf Hole Cutter

22 Twin Dew & Polishing Roller

23 Ditch & Seeding Rake

24 Aluminium Shovels

25 Aluminium Dummy Rakes

26 Trulevel Mower Setting Gauges

27 Cricket Wicket Marking Frame

28 Shuv-Holer Post Hole Shovel

29 Pop-Up Sprinkler Head Trimmer

30 Water Filled Roller

31 Landscape Super Staple

32 Dew Brooms

33 Cup Setter / Collar

Painting Guide

33 Sprinkler Head Cover

34 Divot Doctor

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These are two of the original developments that have become an industry standard for turf craftsmen around the world. The lightweight, yet strong design of the Greenkeeper Levelawns makes them ideal for spreading screened topsoil. The three inner bars are open at the top and tend to catch any small stones in the dressing. The front and rear bars are angled to remove any excess material. Both models take the same �.8m timber handle with �5cm bracket.

Width: 760mm (�0") 9�0mm (�6")Numberofbars: 5 5Weight-Frame: �.8kgs �.8kgs -Handle: �.�kgs �.�kgs -Total: �.0kgs �.0kgsOrderCode: LL760 LL9�0Construction: Pressed sheet steel, zinc plated.

GREENKEEPERLEVELAWNS

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The Landscaper Levelawns are a heavier tool than the Greenkeeper models, they are designed to handle the tougher spreading jobs encountered by landscapers, local authorities, pavers and building contractors or in construction of greens and tees. The head is made from �6mm square steel tube, strongly braced at each end for extra rigidity. They take the same handle and bracket as the Greenkeeper models.

Width: 850mm (��") �000mm (�0")Numberofbars: � �Weight-Frame: �.8kgs �.8kgs -Handle: �.�kgs �.�kgs -Total: �.0kgs 5.0kgsOrderCode: LL850 LL�000Construction: �6mm (L") square steel tube, zinc plated.

LANDSCAPERLEVELAWNS

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The Superub Levelawn produces a very flat surface due to its width. It is ideal for use on bowling greens, cricket wickets, tennis courts and other flat playing surfaces. It is completely rigid and will withstand heavy use. A pull handle may be fitted, as an alternative to the �.8m timber handle, for two man operation.

Width: ��00mm(�8")Numberofbars: �Weight-Frame: 6.8kgs -Handle: �.�kgs -Total: 8.0kgsOrderCode: LL��00Construction: �5mm(�") square steel tube, zinc plated.

SUPERUBLEVELAWN

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TwoMetre ThreeMetreWidth: �000mm(6ft 7in.) �000mm (�0ft)Numberofbars: � �Weight: ��kgs �5kgsOrderCode: LL�M LL�MConstruction: 50 x �5 mm steel channels and �5 x 5mm

flat bars. Cross members are bolted. Pull ropes (LLT�M/�) are standard. Carry handles standard with � metre only.

Optionalitems: (Two metre only) Carry handles (LL�M/�) and pull handle (LL�M/�).

TWO METRE AND THREE METRE LEVELAWNS

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Designed specifically for leveling top dressing on bowling greens, cricket wickets and similar areas of fine turf where a high degree of accuracy is required.The outer channels are straightened to within 0.�mm. When pulled with the 'open' face forward, they pick up the soil and throw it forward in the form of a wave. This breaks up any lumps and keeps the soil moving.Any soil which passes over the front channel is redistributed by the inner bars before forming a smaller wave on the rear channel. The Levelawn is pulled with one end ahead of the other so that surplus soil moves along the channels and is left at the end for the next swathe.The return pass over the same swathe is made with the flat faces of the channels leading, thus it is not necessary to turn the Levelawn around at the ends. This pass rubs in and removes any surplus soil. Placing the pull ropes in the rear holes in the cross bars will increase the ground pressure on the front channel. Extra weight may be added if required.The Two Metre Levelawn's bolted construction eliminates the risk of damage in transit. The robust 50 x �5mm(�" x �") channels are hydraulically straightened in production and unlikely to distort in use. Two pull ropes are provided and can be clipped to any of �0 locations on the frame. A steel pull handle is an option.The Three Metre Levelawn is similar in construction, but the extra width allows it to correct wider variations in the playing surface. Three pull ropes and carry handles are supplied as standard equipment.

TWO METRE AND THREE METRE LEVELAWNS

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Width: ���0mm (8ft)Length: �5�0mm (5ft)Weight: �50kgNumberofbars: 5OrderCode: LLTMLConstruction: �" x �" x H" steel angles. Rugged

welded 'A' frame fits both front and rear. Chain stay protects tractor linkage.

Powerrequired: �5HP tractor (or larger) with Cat.I or Cat.II - � point linkage

TRACTORMOUNTED LEVELAWN

The Tractor Mounted Levelawn is ideal for leveling and contouring soil, sand, cinders and similar materials. The frame consists of five steel angle bars that are tilted so that, when drawn in one direction, they can cut into the surface to remove high spots, or rough spread top dressing. The degree of penetration is controlled by the operator using the tractor hydraulic control, coupled with adjustment of the top link. When the direction of pull is reversed by moving the ‘A’ frame to the opposite end of the Levelawn, the angles have a smoothing effect and can rub in without damaging the turf.The Tractor Mounted Levelawn will spread dry soil or sand easily and quickly from heaps without need of heavy grading equipment, or a highly skilled operator. It quickly produces a smooth surface ready to take turf, mulch or other surface materials.

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Width: �800mmLength: �000mmWeight: �5kgOrderCode: DMATConstruction: A heavy duty steel mesh drag mat

with �800mm round steel draw bar plus chains and shackles for pulling

The Drag Mat is widely used on golf courses and by local councils. It is normally used at renovation for rubbing in top-dressing to large areas such as greens or tees, where undulations and contours in the surface make a levelawn impractical.

The weight and dimensions of the drag mat mean that it can be towed behind lightweight vehicles such as mowers, quads or carts.

DRAG MAT

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The 50mm (�") Round Plugger has a zinc plated steel tubular body and a replaceable heat treated steel blade, which is adjustable for depths of 50-�00mm. The blade is only �.5mm thick, hardened and plated to ensure a clean, easy cut with minimum root damage. Each plug is pushed up into the tube as the next plug is taken, thus eliminating the need for an ejector. Other advantages of this system are:�) Less broken plugs due to repeated handling.�) No more stooping to gather up the plugs.�) The plugs are protected throughout from drying wind and sun.�) No bucket/box of plugs to carry, up to �5 are held safely in the tube

to emerge at the top as each damaged spot is removed.

The �00mm (�") and �50mm (6") Round Pluggers are similar to each other in design. Each has a foot operated, spring loaded ejector. The heat-treated blades are only �.5mm thick and zinc plated to give a clean cut. Depth can be varied by moving the stops above the ejectors.

A separate plug ejector is supplied as standard or can be retro-fitted

Sizes: 50mm (�") �00mm (�") �50mm (6")Depthofplug: 50-�00mm(�-�") 50-�00mm 50-�00mmWeight: �kgs �.�kgs �.6kgsOrderCode: RP50 RP�00 RP�50

ROUNDPLUGGERS

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TURF DOCTOR SQUARE CUT TURF REPAIRERS

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The Turf Doctors cut inverted pyramid shaped sods for patching and repairing small areas. There are several advantages in the pyramid shape:�) Each sod fits quickly and neatly into every hole.�) The true surface level is maintained.�) The playing surface remains firm and stable, as each

sod is held firmly in place by the wedges of undisturbed soil (see sketch).

�) A complete repair can be made with no gaps left between the sods.

Turf Doctors are ideal for repairing local damage to turf due to heavy wear, such as may occur on the service line on tennis courts, the goalmouth on soccer pitches, accidental damage by spillage of chemicals or oils, turf loss through drought or other causes. The repaired areas can be played on straight away. As the sloping sides of the sods are pressed tightly together, there is minimal root loss and recovery is quick.Note: Always replace the first sod before cutting the adjacent ones to avoid breaking the wedge of soil between them.Ideally, use one Turf Doctor to cut fresh sods and one to remove the damaged turf. The sods will fit exactly. Keep blades sharpened. Dull blades make hard work and premature breakage of the tool. Replacement blades are available.(TD�50/�, TD��0/�)

Sizes: �50mm (6") ��0mm (9")Depthofsod: �0cm (�") ��cm (� I")Weight: 5kgs 8kgsOrderCode: TD�50 TD��0

TURF DOCTOR SQUARE CUT TURF REPAIRERS

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SOIL SAMPLERS

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�9mm HANDY STAINLESS SAMPLERThis handy, lightweight tool features a stainless steel tyne with � windows that makes viewing soil strata samples fast and simple. The removable “T” handle fits inside the tyne for storage and can be used to push cores out of the top of the sampler. Comes with convenient storage case.

�5mm SOIL PROBEThis robust steel probe has a replaceable hardened steel cutter, open sided �00mm barrel, �00mm extension bar and tee handle. It is designed for use on playing fields and other areas where a deep sample is required, often under difficult conditions. A �kg rubber mallet is available. Extra extension bars may be fitted. The design of the hardened steel blade gives an overcut so that the barrel can penetrate hard ground.

50mm(�") SOIL SAMPLERThis tool is designed for use on well watered golf and bowling greens. It should only be used where penetration can be obtained by hand pressure. The open sided barrel allows inspection of the soil structure before ejection. The adjustable depth gauge allows the soil sampler to double as a 50mm plugger.

Sizes: �9mm(I”) �5mm(�") 50mm(�")Depth: �5cm(�0”) Infinite ��"(�0cm)Weight: 0.�5kg �kgs �kgsOrderCode: SS�9 SS�5 SS50

SOIL SAMPLERS

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It is critical for the turfgrass professional to know and understand his soil profile. To see exactly what is going on in the root zone, the Soil Profile Sampler is easy to use, robust enough for almost all turf areas and produces a large flat (�00mm x �00mm) sample. The plug can be replaced with little surface disturbance.

Construction: Zinc plated steel with hardened steel blades

SampleSize: �00mm x �00mmWeight: �KgOrderCode: SSPROF

SOIL PROFILESAMPLER

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This long popular tool is handy for efficient, low cost coring of small areas, such as home lawns. It is also useful for taking soil samples from the surface of greens and for treating local dry or waterlogged patches. The ��mm hollow tyne is replaceable. All the corings are held inside the barrel thus eliminating the need for clean up.

Platedsteelbody: ��mm(H") Replaceable hollow tyne.CoringDepth: 80mm(�")Weight: �kgOrderCode: SCC

SINGLE CORERCATCHER

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As the name implies, the Versatile turf aerator can be fitted with different tynes to suit differing conditions:�) The standard arrangement is four ��mm hollow tynes at

��0mm spacing in a zig zag pattern. This is for general aeration to a depth of 80mm. If the ground is too hard for four tynes to penetrate, there is provision for three to be used at �50mm spacing.

�) Eight 6mm hollow mini tynes spaced 60mm apart, with a coring depth of 50mm. These are useful to restore surface water penetration on bowling and golf greens with only slight surface disturbance. Order Code: VERSA/�

HeadSize: �60mm x 80mm (��" x �")Accessories: Hollow tynes 6mm, 9mm, ��mm (G", K", H") diameter.Weight: �kgs.OrderCode: VERSA

VERSATILE TURF AERATOR

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The Robust Tyne Fork is a heavy duty tool designed with the professional in mind. It is ideal for aerating small areas where compaction may have occurred or for aiding water percolation where soil has become repellent causing dry patches.

TyneSpacing: �00mmStandardTynes: � x ��mm (H") Hollow TynesAccessories: �0mm (K") Hollow TynesWeight: �KgLength: Without tynes: 700mm With tynes: 800mmOrderCode: AER�TConstruction: Formed Steel flatbar base with tubular

steel T handle

ROBUST3 TYNE AERATOR

Cores are ejected from the top of the tyne bar. Tynes are replaceable.

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SPECIFICATIONSHoleDiameter: Regulation �08mm (� G")HoleDepth: Variable to �90mm (7 H") maximum.

Depth gauge standard.BladeType: Two semi-circular: Thickness �.6mm

(�/�6"). Outside bevel.HandleHeight: Adjustable to 700 / 750 / 800mm. (�8"

/ �0" / ��")Weight: �.5kgs. (�0lbs)OrderCode: TM�

✓ Two semicircular blades for a clean cut.✓ Accurate depth control gauge✓ Plug fits perfectly into the old hole.✓ A near perfect putting surface.

TURFMASTER GOLFHOLE CUTTER

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The Turfmaster has been accepted around the world as the most accurate, efficient and quickest golf hole cutter available. Hundreds are exported annually to Europe, The USA, Canada, Japan and wherever golf is played.The two blades are �.6mm thin, case hardened and sharpened with an outside bevel to a razor edge. They make a clean cut with minimal root damage. The hardened guide rings ensure that the accuracy of cut is maintained. The diameter cannot vary and careful use of the depth gauge will ensure that the plug will fit perfectly into the old hole first time, every time. Time wasting corrections to the surface level are eliminated. Spare blades are available. (TM�)

TURFMASTERDEADSTOP

The Turfmaster Dead Stop has been designed as an accessory for fitting to the Turmaster Hole Cutter in place of the visual depth gauge to provide an effective, positive method of controlling hole depth. This is done by limiting the depth to which the blades can be driven. The Dead Stop is designed for the normal hole depth of �78mm (7") with adjustment to compensate for blade wear and re-sharpening. Order Code: TM�

TURFMASTER GOLFHOLE CUTTER

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The Twin Dew & Polishing Roller is an excellent tool for the fast removal of dew in the morning, or to speed up drying of bowling greens after a shower of rain. It is finger light to use, even when fully weighted. The twin rollers quickly disperse the droplets of water off the leaf and into the soil. If the rollers are filled (80% maximum) with water plus soluble oil to prevent corrosion, a polishing effect is achieved. They must never be completely filled, or damage will occur from expansion due to hot sun or frost.Removable Add Weights (TDPR�) are available to get the maximum polishing action.The Twin Roller is also frequently used on indoor bowls mats.

Width: �000mm(79")Rollerdiameter: 75mm (�")StandardFeatures: Sintalite bearings Pull handle Carry handleAccessories: Optional Add WeightsWeight-empty: �5kgs-80%water: �7kgs-waterandweights: 50kgsOrderCode: TDPR�Allsteelrollers,finishedinatoughgreenpowdercoat.

TWIN DEW &POLISHING ROLLER

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This rake is a handy width for most bowling green ditches. The depth control bar helps to level the sand in this operation. When used to scarify bare patches in turf prior to seeding, the depth can be set accurately by adjusting the depth bar using the two thumb screws. The hardened tynes maintain their sharp points, making it easy to work up the hardest compacted surface.

Width: �00mm(8")Numberoftynes: ��Tinespacing: �0mm(I")OrderCode: DITCHConstruction: Steel head, zinc plated, with hardened

steel tynes. Adjustable depth control bar and

locking screws.

DITCH &SEEDING RAKE

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These high quality tradesmans shovels have specially tempered aluminium blades with straight cutting edges and one-piece Birchwood timber shafts with comfortable Dee handles. They are beautifully light and balanced, a pleasure to use.

Sizes: �80x��0mm(��x��") ��0x��0mm(��x�6") (Square Mouth) (Scoop)Handles: Wooden Dee Wooden DeeWeight: �.�kgs �.5kgsOrderCode: ZALSH ZALSC

ALUMINIUM SHOVELS

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Lightweight but durable and highly effective, the dummy rake features a folded aluminium head and a �.8m timber handle with cross stays for added strength.The head is ideally angled for screeding sand or top dressing or for collecting and removing coring plugs. It is much longer lasting than wood. The head is reversible to a flat edge depending on the use.

Sizes: 500mm �000mm �500mmWeight: �.5Kg �.0Kg �.5KgOrderCode: ALDUM05 ALDUM�0 ALDUM�5

ALUMINIUMDUMMY RAKES

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Two models of Trulevel Mower Setting Gauges cater for most 560-600mm (��”-��”) mowers and all 760mm (�0”) mowers, either pedestrian or triplex units. The Trulevel gauges provide two parallel bars to which the cutting blade, front and rear rollers are adjusted. Mowing height is set by adjusting two screws using the pocket gauge provided. Trulevel gauges take the guesswork out of mower setting and ensure a level cut first time.

Sizes: 5�0x�80mm(�0"x�5") 690x�80mm(�7"x�9")Weights: �kgs �kgsOrderCode: TRULEV�� TRULEV�0

TRULEVEL MOWERSETTING GAUGES

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Approved and used at most major cricket grounds in Australia and overseas for marking out dimensions to conform to international standards. The Folding Cricket Wicket Marking frame allows for the whole job of marking out of the wicket in one operation. The design allows for marking lines of any width desired using brush, roller or spray. The steel cable ensures the pitch length is exact; it also helps to set the frame square. Centre stump location is provided. When folded, it is easy to carry and needs little room for upright storage.

Size - Open: �.5m x �m (8x��ft) - Folded: �.�5m x�.85m (�x6ft)Weight: ��kgsOrderCode: CWMFConstruction: 80 x �0 x �mm aluminium angle with fully

gusseted corners and brass butt hinges. Stainless steel wire cable to set pitch length.

CRICKET WICKETMARKING FRAME

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The Shuv-Holer Post Hole Shovel is used for digging post holes by hand, especially in places where power diggers cannot go. The common use is to clean out the debris which falls back as the power auger is removed, leaving a firm base for the post. The shovel is widely used by local authorities for erecting power poles, highway crash barriers and for cleaning sludge gullies. Builders also find it ideal for foundation piers. The true scissor action allows deeper digging without enlarging the top of the hole.Tempered steel blades and heavy duty mechanism will withstand the hardest use. Quality tapered hardwood handles give good grip.

NominalHoleDiameter: �50mm (�0")LengthincludingHandle: �600mm (6�")Weight: 7kgsOptional: Long handles for digging to ��00mm (8�")OrderCode: SHUV�50, SHUV�50L (Long Handles)Construction: Hardened steel blades, wooden handles.

SHUV-HOLER POSTHOLE SHOVEL

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Weight: �KgOrderCode: SHT�Construction: Tubular steel stem and handle with

fabricated base support.

Makes a clean circular cut around sprinkler heads quickly and easily.The blade is held in place by lugs that are adjustable to cut from �05mm (�G") to �85mm (��G") diameter in �0mm (I") increments.✓ Tempered spring steel blade is �8mm (�H") deep and only

0.55mm ( ") thick.✓ Simple foot pressure is enough to make a clean cut✓ No risk of damage to your irrigation equipment✓ The simplest - and the safest - way to keep your sprinkler heads

neatly trimmed.

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POP-UP SPRINKLERHEAD TRIMMER

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The roller is lightweight when empty for easy transportation, but highly effective for rolling and flattening a wide variety of sports surfaces when filled with water. �00 Litre capacity - 600mm(��") wide x �50mm(�8") diameter

✓ Robust PVC drum for durability✓ Large filler cap for quick filling and emptying✓ Ergonomically designed tubular zinc plated steel handle

for durability.

OrderCode: HR�00

SPIKINGBANDSFORWATERFILLEDROLLER

✓ �6 hardened steel spikes per band.✓ Fit �-6 bands according to the intensity of spiking required.✓ Spiking depth 75mm(�") gives good aeration of the root

zone with minimal surface disturbance.

OrderCode: HR�00/�

WATER FILLED ROLLER

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The special design of the Landscape Super Staple gives maximum holding power, while being strong and easy to hammer into place.The increased surface area of the head makes the Super Staple ideal for use in many areas of landscape maintenance including holding newly laid turf, irrigation hose, thermal matting, weed mat or bunker lining in place.

Length: �00mm (8”)Packaging: 500 staples per boxWeight: �0kg per boxOrderCode: LSS�00Construction: 8 Gauge Galvanised Steel

LANDSCAPESUPER STAPLE

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Choose either � rows of soft Java or 5 rows of hard Bassine natural bristles to remove morning dew, water or worm casts from greens. Excellent for sweeping debris from large areas of clay tennis courts and other synthetic sports surfaces. Can also aid with pushing top dressing into core holes at renovation.The unique tubular steel U-handle helps to overcome the problem of “head wobble” and gives excellent control over the broom head either to push or pull.

Width: �.8m (6")Weight: 5kgOrderCode: Three Rows - DB�, Five Rows - DB5Construction: Australian hardwood head with

natural bristles. Tubular steel U-handle

DEW BROOMS

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CUP SETTER / COLLAR PAINTING GUIDE

This handy invention is a new addition to our product range. It is designed to save money, effort and the need for two separate tools. The powder coated steel cup setter neatly places the putting cup at the regulated distance below the green surface and then acts as a stencil for spraying of the collar, while guarding both the cup and the surrounding turf from marking or spray drift.

✓ Precisely sets the putting cup to regulation depth - �5mm✓ Wide rest plate to protect surrounding turf and eliminate

peaking around the hole✓ Powder coated steel construction✓ Efficiently guides for the painting of the soil collar above the

putting cup✓ Ensures no paint on turf or in cup

SPRINKLER HEAD COVERDiameter: �50mm (6”) �50mm (�0”)OrderCode: SHC �50 SHC�50Construction: Zinc plated sheet steel with flexible handle. These handy square covers protect and locate sprinkler heads or putting cups during top dressing or fertilizing. Two welded steel spikes hold the covers in place during work and the plastic coated handle stands proud to locate the sprinkler after top dressing. Simply pull on the handle to remove the cover after completion of work.

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The Divot Doctor is an exciting new invention. Instantly remove those ugly bare patches on chipping areas or tees where golfers fail to replace their divots. Also ideal for repairing damage on race tracks, sports fields or any turf surface.The four strong teeth on each jaw easily sink into the most dense of turf surrounding your ugly divot mark or damaged area. The scissor action of the handles then pulls stolons and roots across onto the bare soil. Simply tread down on the repaired area and the damage is gone.

Length: �000 mmWidthofhead: �50 mmWeight: �.5kgOrderCode: DDConstruction: Tubular steel handles with shaped flat

bar head and sharpened teeth.

DIVOT DOCTOR

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9 Peacock Road, Para Hills West, South Australia 5096Ph: 08 8258 2488Fax: 08 8283 0520

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