WWII German Entrenching Straight Shovel 1940 (Original) 

SKU: GERMAN ENTRENCHING STRAIGHT SHOVEL 1940

Original/Reproduction: Original

Availability: In-Stock

Manufacturer: Germany

Date Manufactured: 1940

Model: Kleines Schanzzeug

Size / Dimensions:  Length: 21 inches, Shovel blade dimensions: 7.25 x 6 inches, Weight: 1.71 lbs

Materials / Construction: Steel, Wood

Condition: Excellent

Price: $200.00

Seller Type: WW2C

Seller ID: JMW

Seller Code: 75

Return Policy: 3-day inspection and return policy on used guns and accessories.

Description

Original WWII German Entrenching Straight Shovel with Wooden Handle dated 1940. Marked EA SCH 40. 

Includes a Black Leather Carrier-(Not Original-Authentic Reproduction)

History

The World War I and World War II German entrenching straight shovel, often referred to as the "shovel" or "entrenching tool," was a standard-issue piece of equipment used by German soldiers during both World War I and World War II. It served a variety of purposes, including digging trenches, foxholes, and defensive positions, as well as other general field tasks.

The shovel was typically made of metal with a wooden handle, and it featured a straight blade with a pointed tip on one end and a flat edge on the other. This design allowed soldiers to use it for digging, chopping, and even self-defense if necessary. The blade could be folded at an angle to the handle, making it more compact and easier to carry when not in use.

During World War I, the German military used similar entrenching shovels as many other armies of the time. These shovels were basic, functional tools designed to assist soldiers in constructing defensive positions and fortifications in the often challenging trench warfare environment of that era.

In World War II, the design of the German entrenching shovel remained relatively consistent with slight variations. It was a versatile tool used by infantrymen, engineers, and other military personnel for a wide range of tasks, from digging and building field fortifications to clearing obstacles and even preparing makeshift cooking areas.