KRAFT TOOL
KRAFT TOOL CF573 Concrete Sidewalk Edger hand tool
Creates clean 3/8-inch radius edges on concrete walkways using a 6-inch blue-steel blade and 4½-inch wooden handle
- TypeMasonry Tools
- Blue steel blade resists wear during edging
- 3/8 in radius creates clean sidewalk edges
- 6 in blade length covers more surface per pass
- Wood handle provides comfortable grip for extended use
- 4 1/2 in handle length offers balanced control
Concrete Sidewalk Edger
The KRAFT TOOL CF573 is a concrete sidewalk edger designed for forming clean, rounded edges on fresh pavement. A 6-inch blue steel blade creates a consistent 3/8-inch radius curve along the slab perimeter. The 4 1/2-inch wooden handle provides a comfortable grip for controlled pushing or pulling motions. This hand tool suits professional masons and DIY builders finishing walkways, driveways, or patio slabs.
Replaces makeshift edging methods
Using this dedicated edger replaces improvised tools like trowels or wooden boards that produce uneven, chipped corners. The fixed 3/8-inch radius ensures every edge matches the last, removing the guesswork from manual shaping. The jump is worth it when project specifications call for a uniform lip profile or when repair work must blend seamlessly with existing rounded edges. Builders forming straight, square-edged joints will not need this profile.
Manual operation limits
The tool relies entirely on operator force and timing within the concrete setting window. Hard aggregate mixes or rapid stiffening increase resistance, making smooth passes difficult without added water or retarder. The blue steel blade resists wear but can flex under heavy pressure on thick slabs, potentially distorting the curve. There is no powered assistance, so fatigue limits the practical length of continuous edging runs.
Highlights
- Blue steel blade resists wear during edging
- 3/8 in radius creates clean sidewalk edges
- 6 in blade length covers more surface per pass
- Wood handle provides comfortable grip for extended use
- 4 1/2 in handle length offers balanced control
Specifications
| Brand | Kraft Tool |
|---|---|
| Model | CF573 |
| Type | Masonry Tools |
Questions about this item
What handle length does the CF573 edger have, and will it fit in a standard tool bag?
The wood handle measures 4 1/2 inches, making the tool compact enough for most standard tool bags or buckets.
How do you use the 3/8-inch radius lip on the blue-steel blade, and what mistake should be avoided?
Run the lip along the fresh concrete edge to form a smooth curve; the common error is pressing too deep, which gouges the slab instead of shaping it.
Which parts of the CF573 will wear first and need replacement?
The blue-steel blade edge and the wood handle are the wear items; the blade dulls with abrasive aggregate and the handle can splinter after heavy use.
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