Abstract: An improved digging tool for digging holes and the like. A shovel is pivotally attached to a handle shaft and includes an improved primary lever mechanism and a secondary lever mechanism.

Abstract: A die assembly for die casting a propeller structure, such as a wax propeller pattern. The pattern, which is identical in configuration to a cast metal propeller to be produced, includes a generally cylindrical hub having an outwardly flared end and a plurality of blades project outwardly from the hub. The die assembly includes a base plate and a lower core section extends upwardly from the base plate through an opening in a stripper plate, which is mounted for movement toward and away from the base plate. A plurality of die sections are mounted for generally radial sliding movement on the stripper plate from an outer open position to a closed position where they define a die cavity with the core section. The die assembly also includes an upper die unit that is mounted for vertical movement and has a cavity in its lower surface which receives the upper ends of the die sections when in the closed position.