{"product_id":"cosita-44-heavy-duty-pitch-fork-wide-10-tine-carbon-steel-head-fiberglass-d-handle-for-manure-mulch-compost","title":"COSITA 44\" Heavy-Duty Pitch Fork — Wide 10-Tine Carbon Steel Head, Fiberglass D-Handle for Manure, Mulch \u0026 Compost","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe COSITA Pitch Fork is a heavy-duty 44-inch garden fork with a wide 10-tine carbon steel head and a fiberglass D-handle designed for lifting, turning, and moving manure, hay, mulch, and compost efficiently.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis wide pitch fork combines a large-contact 10-tine head with a weather-resistant fiberglass shaft to make chores faster and reduce fatigue. Built for farm, ranch, and backyard use, it assembles in seconds with a reinforced joint that locks the head and handle securely. The balanced 44-inch length gives good leverage while the five-pound weight keeps it manageable for prolonged tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the wide 10-tine head help with moving materials?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe expanded tine layout increases the amount of material you can pick up each scoop, which reduces the number of passes for jobs like spreading mulch or clearing bedding. Carbon steel construction resists bending or breaking under load, so the tines hold their shape through repeated heavy use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWider contact area for larger scoops of hay, straw, or mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTen carbon steel tines for strength and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEvenly spaced tines to reduce clogging with wet compost or manure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the fiberglass handle really better than wood?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiberglass provides weather resistance and stays smooth without splintering, warping, or absorbing moisture like a wooden shaft can. The thickened fiberglass reduces vibration and strain, while the D-grip improves control when lifting, turning, or pitching materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFiberglass shaft resists rot, splintering, and warping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eErgonomic D-handle for secure grip and easier lifting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLightweight construction lowers fatigue during long tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow simple is assembly and how secure is the connection?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly requires no tools and takes only seconds: the reinforced joint slips together and locks tightly, preventing wobble or detachment during heavy use. The secure connection ensures the head and handle act as a single sturdy tool for repetitive barn and garden work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTool-free setup in seconds for immediate use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReinforced locking joint prevents loosening under load\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for repeated heavy-duty farm and garden tasks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat tasks is this pitch fork best suited for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fork is built for multi-purpose chores around farms, coops, and gardens: moving hay and straw, turning compost piles, spreading mulch, and cleaning animal bedding. Its dimensions and weight strike a balance between reach, leverage, and user comfort for both quick jobs and extended sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTurning and aerating compost piles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCleaning chicken coops and removing bedding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpreading mulch, moving hay, and general yard cleanup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: The COSITA Pitch Fork suits farmers, homesteaders, ranch hands, gardeners, and anyone who handles bulk organic materials regularly. If you need a durable, low-maintenance tool to speed up spreading, lifting, and turning tasks without the drawbacks of wooden shafts, this wide 10-tine fork is a practical, long-lasting choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is the overall length and weight of this pitch fork?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The COSITA pitch fork measures 44 inches long and weighs about 5 pounds, offering good leverage without excess weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does it come assembled or require tools?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No tools are needed — it assembles in seconds with a reinforced joint that locks the head and handle securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"COSITA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56830838833492,"sku":"B0FL17DW2L","price":81.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1063\/2652\/4244\/files\/cosita-front-view-wide-10-tine.jpg?v=1787008319","url":"https:\/\/gardenluxe.co.uk\/products\/cosita-44-heavy-duty-pitch-fork-wide-10-tine-carbon-steel-head-fiberglass-d-handle-for-manure-mulch-compost","provider":"Gardenluxe Uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}