The term 'hardly handy' is used to describe someone who is not very skilled at doing practical tasks. The two crossword solutions for this term are 'INEPT' (5 letters) and 'allthumbs' (9 letters). INEPT means having or showing a lack of skill, knowledge, or aptitude in a particular activity. Allthumbs is an informal phrase meaning clumsy or awkward with one's hands. Both terms can be used to describe someone who is not very good at practical tasks.