{"id":32971,"date":"2024-02-23T12:56:26","date_gmt":"2024-02-23T11:56:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/handgemaakte-rvs-verspeenlepels-het-geheime-wapen-voor-de-complete-tuinder"},"modified":"2025-09-09T16:15:00","modified_gmt":"2025-09-09T14:15:00","slug":"stainless-steel-seedling-pricker","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sneeboer.com\/en\/stainless-steel-seedling-pricker","title":{"rendered":"Handmade stainless steel Seedling pricker: The Secret Weapon for the Complete Gardener"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In the world of growers, gardeners and horticulturists, raising plants from seed to maturity is an art in itself. An essential tool that should not be missing in this process is the handmade stainless steel (RVS) transplanting spoon by Sneeboer. This small but powerful instrument allows you to safely and efficiently transplant young seedlings, without root damage and with maximum control. In this comprehensive blog article, you will discover everything about the history, craftsmanship and practical application of the transplanting spoon. Learn why this tool is the must-have for every passionate garden enthusiast, from hobby gardener to professional grower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

History and origin of the transplanting spoon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The origin of the Sneeboer transplanting spoon goes back to the private workshop of Mr Waasdorp, a lawyer with a great passion for gardening. Frustrated by the limited precision of standard garden tools, he forged his first prototype from reinforcing steel in his spare time. After test series with red copper and brass, he perfected his design in high-quality steel. This authentic model ended up in the Sneeboer collection, after which the experts in the forge refined the design into the handy stainless-steel version we know today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The first example<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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The slimmer version<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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A brass rod<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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The final version<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Sneeboer transplanting spoon next to the final version<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

In March 2025, the official introduction took place during the Spring Market at the Botanical Gardens in Utrecht. There, Mr Waasdorp and his wife shared anecdotes about the evolution of the design: from rough reinforcing steel to the elegant, durable stainless-steel transplanting spoon. Since then, this tool has become a favourite among professional growers and enthusiastic hobby gardeners both at home and abroad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Traditional stainless-steel craftsmanship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Each Sneeboer stainless-steel transplanting spoon<\/strong> is hand-forged from a single piece of stainless steel. The production process is as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • An 8 mm round stainless-steel rod is heated in the forge to optimal workability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • With the hammer, the smith forms the spoon section and creates a sharp, pointed tip for pricking and loosening.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • The handle is smoothed and polished, without welds or seams, which prevents weak points.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • After cooling, the surface is finished with fine steel wool for a smooth, hygienic finish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    This traditional method guarantees the strength and durability of the tool. In addition, the single-piece design prevents rust formation at weld seams and ensures a long lifespan, even under intensive professional use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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