pickaxe

A pickaxe is a hand tool featuring a metal head with a pointed tip used to break up hard ground or rocks. It is commonly used in mining, construction and excavation to loosen soil or extract minerals. The long handle provides leverage while the head’s design allows for both chopping and prying actions. Pickaxes often work in tandem with shovels or hammers for efficient digging. Historically vital in quarrying and tunneling, they remain an iconic tool for adventurers and survivalists today.

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