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Title: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: djk on February 06, 2011, 11:02:24 AM: Wondering if anyone has one of these and what they think of them re quality & fit

http://www.4x4equip.com.au/showProduct/4x4+Accessories/Axe+and+Shovel+Holder/AxeShovelHolder
Also the combo shovel
http://www.4x4equip.com.au/showProduct/4x4+Accessories/Off+Road+Shovels/IDH-2-1

and the Axe
http://www.4x4equip.com.au/showProduct/4x4+Accessories/Axe+and+Shovel+Holder/IDH-30-1

Any thoughts would be appreciated

Regards Don
Title: Re: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: BigJules on February 06, 2011, 11:28:05 AM: I don't have any of them, have looked and wished but I already have a few axes, shovels etc and, for once, couldn't justify buying another of each. I know a few chaps on here who have the shovel and rate them highly.
Title: Re: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: Gunna Do on February 06, 2011, 11:39:41 AM: I don't have one of the shovels which your asking about, however I've got one of these Rugged tool kits, and whilst the idea of having the shovel and extra bits and pieces stored away in a handy bag was good, in reality carrying a full size shovel on the roof-rack is far more practical and quicker to access.

(http://www.franklane.co.za/images/products/Rugged.jpg)
Title: Re: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: Silvo on February 06, 2011, 11:49:18 AM: the links don't seem to work for me..
Title: Re: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: D4D on February 06, 2011, 11:52:25 AM: Ian's gear is top notch. It is so good ARB/Bushranger even copied his shovel, it is a poor copy though as the handle doesn't line up with the shovel all the time. I've owned the previous version of the shovel holder and it was excellent. I believe he is also working on an upgrade to his shovel.
Title: Re: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: djk on February 06, 2011, 11:57:23 AM: Quote from: Silvo on February 06, 2011, 11:49:18 AM
the links don't seem to work for me..

Sorry

Should be ok now

Regards Don
Title: Re: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: Silvo on February 06, 2011, 12:00:06 PM: thanks ..

i've drooled over those products many times... the price just throws me..

does it seriously need to be $200 for that shovel/axe holder.. i'm sorry, but really that expensive?

otherwise they look great..
Title: Re: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: djk on February 06, 2011, 12:05:32 PM: If it is good quality & works well the price doesn't bother me that much

I would rather pay more for something well made that works rather than waste less money on something that doesn't

Regards Don
Title: Re: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: dazzler on February 06, 2011, 02:43:19 PM: Quote from: Gunna Do on February 06, 2011, 11:39:41 AM
I don't have one of the shovels which your asking about, however I've got one of these Rugged tool kits, and whilst the idea of having the shovel and extra bits and pieces stored away in a handy bag was good, in reality carrying a full size shovel on the roof-rack is far more practical and quicker to access.

(http://www.franklane.co.za/images/products/Rugged.jpg)

I like the tomahawk......good for hunting cowboys :D
Title: Re: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: Gunna Do on February 06, 2011, 04:08:29 PM: Quote from: dazzler on February 06, 2011, 02:43:19 PM
I like the tomahawk......good for hunting cowboys :D

Only when you've got your raccoon skin hat on though. ;D
Title: Re: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: Isuzumu on February 06, 2011, 04:20:21 PM: I have the shovel/axe holder and am very happy with it, I just have a Bunnings axe and long handle shovel and to make it fit nice and tight I just drilled another hole where the handles fit. Trying to fit a long handled shovel in a C/T is a real pain so this unit is worth the money to me.
Title: Re: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: Silvo on February 06, 2011, 06:32:04 PM: Quote from: djk on February 06, 2011, 12:05:32 PM
If it is good quality & works well the price doesn't bother me that much

I would rather pay more for something well made that works rather than waste less money on something that doesn't

Regards Don

i agree.. to a point though.. i'm not generally one to shy away based on price, but seriously.. it's a bit of bent steel in the right shape. if they aren't making $100-$150 on that item i would be surprised..
Title: Re: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: gruesome on February 06, 2011, 07:35:46 PM: I have the Combo Shovel and it is excellent, quality and practicallity is worth every cent and it folds down and is kept behind the seat so it is always ready for use, as for the axe I find a Chainsaw
easier to use,
Cheers Andy :P
Title: Re: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: JCOJ on February 06, 2011, 08:25:05 PM: I too have the shovel combo and am very happy with it. It's great that it is stored shorter than a long handled shovel (which basically has to go o nthe roof) as it makes it much more versatile.
Title: Re: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: Phantomxr8 on February 06, 2011, 09:01:00 PM: Wow just had a look at the first link and thought $200 for the axe shovel and holder what a great deal, then I read on :(
As much as I love spending money on the 4B and camper I just cant justify $200 for the holder only but it sure does look like a gucchi bit of kit.
Title: Re: 4x4 Equip Axe & Shovel Holder & Tools
Post by: ntpryce on February 07, 2011, 07:31:42 PM: Quote from: Isuzumu on February 06, 2011, 04:20:21 PM
I have the shovel/axe holder and am very happy with it, I just have a Bunnings axe
I too have the shovel - but bought a quality axe from Bunnings at a much cheaper price than this one.

The shovel is fantastic.