This page is written based on Animal Crossing: New Leaf since Animal Crossing mobile game is unreleased yet. Updated once new information confirmed!
What are silver tools?
Silver tools are the improved version of your standard tools. The majority of these tools can be purchased after attaining objectives to unlock it. These tools have higher durability and performance than the standard one.
Silver shovels allow for more chances of finding ore and fossils. Once you meet the following requirements, you can purchase this silver tool for 500 Bells from the Museum shop.
Unlock requirements
Add a second floor to the Museum building.
Donate 15 of fossils to the Museum.
Silver Can
Silver Can waters flowers quicker with a wider watering radius. Leif will give you this item after your 50th seed purchase.
Unlock requirements
Purchase 50 flower seeds from the Gardening store.
Silver Slingshot
Using Silver Slingshot, you can shoot two rocks at one time.
Unlock requirements
Shot down 16 balloons or more using a Slingshot. Two silver balloons carrying a silver toolbox might appear in your town.
Silver Rod
The chance of successfully catching fish increases when using the Silver Rod. Once you meet the following requirements, you can purchase this silver tool for 500 Bells from the Museum shop.
Unlock requirements
Donate 30 different types of fishes to the Museum.
Add a second story to the Museum building.
Silver Axe
Silver Axe has a higher durability and let you cut down trees faster than using the common axe.
Unlock requirements
Can be bought for 8 medals from Grams on Tortimer Island.
Silver Net
Silver Net has a longer reach than the regular net. Once you meet the following requirements, you can purchase this silver tool for 500 Bells from the Museum shop.