Is it a solid piece of steel? Or a two piece?

This is two pieces, with a hollow handle. The description saying "forged in one piece" is generic for their one-piece hammers, and geo picks like the Burpee model. You can confirm this on Estwing's website. ALL their products say "solid American steel" but the description for this GP100 does NOT say "forged in once piece" like it does here on Amazon. There are half a dozen reviews with pictures showing where the hollow handle has become disconnected from the wide round socket in the head piece. Estwing's solid models do not have this clearly visible socket/lip where the head and handle connect, and are smooth tapered.

New at fossil-hunting - in addition to this hammer, should I consider a smaller Estwing (maybe 13 oz.) for finer work? Thanks.

Hi, we use this for everything. Most fossils are in some type of limestone or shale. This works very well to clear debris and get into the non exposed layers. We use it for fossil and rock hunting.

How wide is the spade portion of this tool?

Jimmy, I measured mine and it's 2/14 wide. A buddy of mine has one and I used it and liked it so much that I went and bought my own.Glad I did, it's a great pick.It's not anything like those heavy clunky things I'm used to.Hope this helps.

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⛏️ Dig Deeper, Discover More – The Paleo Pick for the Modern Explorer

BUILT TO LAST - Solid all-steel construction ensures unmatched durability for every excavation.
VIBRANT VISIBLE - Powder-coated finish not only resists rust but stands out on any dig site.
FIELD READY DESIGN - Pointed blade edge cuts through rock and soil with ease, making every strike count.
PERFECTLY BALANCED - At 4 pounds and 25 inches, it’s the ideal weight and size for precision and power.
COMFORT MEETS CONTROL - Vinyl cushion grip reduces hand fatigue during long fieldwork sessions.

The EstwingGP-100 Geologist Paleo Pick is a 25-inch, 4-pound hand tool crafted from all-steel with a powder-coated finish and a vinyl cushion grip, designed for professional geologists and paleontologists seeking durability, comfort, and precision in field excavation.

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A**R

Paleo pick extended shaft

Love it,good quality, perfect for hand digging in tight trenches, lighter than a traditional pick axe, would recommend this for trenching & landscape work. Plus its an Estwing so a nice treat for the tool collection 👍

13.08.2025

N**H

Fantastic Pick

Extremely well made, versatile and lightweight pick for geological work.

3.09.2018

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Manufacturer	Estwing
Part Number	GP100
Product Dimensions	35.56 x 5.72 x 66.04 cm; 1.81 kg
Item model number	GP100
Size	25"
Colour	Blue
Style	Geo/Paleo Pick
Material	Steel
Power Source	Hand Powered
Item Package Quantity	1
Handle material	Vinyl
Blade edge	Pointed
Measurement System	Metric
Included Components	Rock Pick
Batteries included?	No
Batteries Required?	No
Item Weight	1.81 kg

EstwingGP-100 Geologist Paleo Pick, Blue, 25"

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