Original WWII German Folding Shovel +Black Leather Carrier 

SKU: GERMAN FOLDING SHOVEL

Original/Reproduction: Shovel-Original, Leather Carrier-Authentic Repoduction

Availability: In-Stock

Manufacturer: German klappspaten

Date Manufactured: 1939

Model: M38

Size / Dimensions: 

Materials / Construction: Steel, Wood

Condition: Excellent

Price: $350.00

Seller Type: WW2C

Seller ID: JMW

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

Description

Original WWII German klappspaten M38 Folding Shovel. This shovel is in "excellent" condition.

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

History

The original World War II German folding shovel, often referred to as the "Entrenching Tool" or "Trench Shovel," was a standard-issue tool used by German soldiers during the war. This tool was a versatile piece of equipment that could be used for digging trenches, foxholes, and defensive positions, as well as for various other tasks like clearing debris, building obstacles, and even as a makeshift weapon.

The design of the German folding shovel was relatively simple. It consisted of a metal blade attached to a wooden or metal handle that could be folded for compact storage and transportation. The blade was typically rectangular in shape, with a sharpened edge on one side for digging and cutting. The handle could be folded at a 90-degree angle, allowing the shovel to be used for digging or scraping, and then folded back for easier carrying.

These shovels were often carried in a special carrying pouch or cover made of canvas or leather. The cover was designed to protect the blade and keep it securely fastened to the soldier's equipment when not in use.

The German folding shovel was widely used by various branches of the German military during World War II, including the Army (Heer), Air Force (Luftwaffe), and Waffen-SS. It was considered an essential tool for soldiers on the battlefield and in various combat situations.