Asano Japanese Fork Mattock

A Japanese fork mattock by Asano Mokkousho

This Asano Mokkousho fork mattock is a lightweight, well-balanced single-handed tool that combines a mattock blade on one side with fork tines on the other. Forged carbon steel head, timber handle and traditional Japanese craftsmanship combine in a tool sized for precision.

Dual-purpose forged steel head

In the Australian garden, where compacted clay soils and rocky ground resist conventional tools, the mattock's focused chopping action breaks through surface crust while the fork tines open soil structure. The 36cm total length keeps the tool compact and controllable for single-handed use in established beds and tight spaces.

Lightweight and well balanced

At 540g the fork mattock is substantial enough to do real work with minimal effort but light enough for extended single-handed use. The timber handle provides the control needed for close cultivation work near established plants and root systems. 

Why you'll love it

• Dual-purpose head
• Forged carbon steel 
  
• Lightweight and well balanced 
• Timber handle for a comfortable and secure grip
• Suited to compacted and challenging Australian soils

Uses in the garden

• Breaking compacted and crusted Australian soils with the mattock blade
• Loosening and aerating root zones with the fork tines
• Weeding and lifting surface-rooted plants
• Hilling soil around plants
  

Details

• Total length: 36cm
• Mattock blade: 8cm long x 6cm wide
• Fork tines: 7.5cm long
• Weight: 540g
• Blade material: forged carbon steel
• Handle: timber
• Place of origin: Made in Japan by Asano Mokkousho

Care

• Wipe blade and tines clean after use and dry thoroughly to protect the carbon steel
• Apply a light coat of oil periodically to prevent rust
• Treat the timber handle occasionally with linseed oil to maintain condition

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About Asano Mokkousho

Asano Mokkousho is a family-run Japanese toolmaker founded in 1950 in the Tsubame-Sanjo region, renowned for its traditional metalworking heritage. Rooted in a mission to support farmers and nature lovers, the brand produces handcrafted tools designed for gardening and outdoor living.