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A summary of options available in posthole diggers.
CANADIAN WORKSHOP Apr 1992 (v.15#7) pg. 10

Mark the handles of a post-hole digger to show the depth of the hole.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #312 Oct 1990 (v.40#9) pg. 42

Tips on the best way to dig a hole.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #331 Sep 1992 (v.42#8) pg. 18

Tip suggests using a wet/dry shop vacuum to remove dirt from post holes.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #342 Oct 1993 (v.43#9) pg. 41

Tip on easing the job of digging deep fence-post holes by using water to soften the soil.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #352 Oct 1994 (v.44#9) pg. 41

Digging holes for posts and deck footings. Both manual and machine methods are viewed.
FAMILY HANDYMAN #388 May 1998 (v.48#5) pg. 36

Digging a hole with ease. Proper tools and techniques to make the task less daunting.
FINE GARDENING #61 May-Jun 1998 pg. 35

What you should know about digging tools. Tips on what is available in shovels, manure forks, post-hole diggers and picks. Keeping shovels sharp and in good repair.
HOMEOWNERS HOW TO #1 Spring 1976 (v.1#1) pg. 84

Posthole digger features curved handles and is capable of digging a true 6" diameter hole to a depth of almost 3.5 feet. Est. cost: $10.
MOTHER EARTH NEWS #81 May-Jun 1983 pg. 104

Hand digging and pouring concrete post-hole footings.
POPULAR MECHANICS May 1993 (v.170#5) pg. 58

Advice on digging an undercut posthole to get a stronger fence post.
WORKBENCH Jun 1997 (v.53#3) pg. 7

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