2 Piece Military Grade Entrenching Tool Set – Tri Fold Metal Alloy Foldable Camping Shovel w/ACU Pouch – Compact, Multipurpose Collapsible Shovel – Versatile Survival Gear for Outdoor Enthusiasts

This is the right entrenching tool. There are definitely some lesser built knockoffs on the market, but this one is legit. The one I got is in new, unused condition, flawless. Black paint with no dings or scrapes (yet), pivot points and tightening collar all are smooth. Came with legit military issue digital camo pouch (etool carrier) with molle straps on the back, two permanently stitched horizontal straps and two snap-button vertical straps, so it can be attached to a backpack or any other gear easily. Top flap has sturdy snap closure in front. Added a small amount of 3-in-1 oil to the locking nut, and screwed the collar a couple times to work the oil in, and also some oil on the other pivot points so it won't rust or lock up there. The etool has a 13 digit NSN number stamped into the haft. All metal - steel blade, aircraft grade aluminum handle Weighed in at 2 lbs 7.2 oz for the tool, or 2lb 14.7oz with the pouch. 23 1/8" length fully extended; 9 1/2" long fully folded; 6 1/8" wide at widest (blade) When you tighten the collar, it simultaneously locks both end pivots of the haft - the shovel blade in place (either straight out or at 90 degree right angle) and the handle. A well built, multipurpose tool. Sturdy yet more portable and lighter weight than a standard shovel. This is the actual model tried and true since 1967 to current by US soldiers.

I have a year of work on this tool now. It replaced my venerable old wood handled e-tool in order to fit in a smaller tool bag when Covid had me working from own in my own vehicle rather than a company truck. I was worried the tri-fold design wouldn't be as sturdy. But it's a solid tool. It's dug through all the gravel, clay and rocks that land surveyors see without any problem. It's also much easier to carry since it fits in my backpack. There's only so much we can put on our belts. The price gave me second thoughts given my old one was almost a give away at a surplus store 30 years ago. But given it's new rather than surplus, stands up to hard duty, and it's made in the USA, it was well worth the cost. This isn't a novelty item for me. It's a tool and a really good one. I'm glad I bought it.

I remember just how useful this tool was a long time ago in my military days. It has been over 20 years now, but from what I recall, the tool feels just like it did then. It's sturdy, it digs, it chops, and you can even sit on it like a little mono-pole stool. Unfortunately, I'm not 20 anymore and this thing is heavy. Even though the specs aren't listed it's answered in the Q&A. This would be great for a car camp, but honestly, even though I want to, I'll never carry this on my backpack. My BK2 will dig as much as I need in backpacking/ primitive camping. It just isn't worth the weight to carry into the woods. Great tool, just realize the extra weight you are getting into.

Quality is good, heavy duty. It's heavy for backpacking, but sturdy quality makes it good for camping, keeping the vehicle, or emergency situations. It comes with a decent carry case but the fit is rather tight. You can find many cheaper e-tools, but the better price is usually reflected in a weaker quality. Will update after some use.

Don’t waste anymore time looking at e tools this is the one you want. Let me start by saying yes it is “heavy” if that is a concern for you then don’t buy an e tool. For $15 more this will probably last 15 YEARS longer than that SOG piece of tinfoil they are trying to sell as a shovel. Very durable feels solid In Your hands with minimal play once tightened. It can be locked at a 90 degree angle (saw a lot of questions asking about that) and yes this is G.I. Came with what appeared to be an unissued Molle pouch. Shovel was also unissued with not a single scratch in the paint(that didn’t last long) all in all this is the e tool you need it may be a few dollars extra but that’s the price you pay for a quality tool you can depend on

I purchased one of these with the intent to be able to carry a shovel with me on the go under pretty much any circumstance that reality would allow for. This thing does not disappoint. I spent a fair amount of time searching around to make sure that what I was ordering was indeed what you would get if you were in the Army. It is the genuine article, its quite a bit heavier than you would imagine while still feeling portable. Also functions as a hoe if you care you lock it at a 90 degree angle instead of all the way out.

Like many others, I bought this as a tool to keep in my Jeep for off-road excursion and snow. It is small but well-made and heavy. The beauty of an E-tool is its compact size and portability. The best tools only work if you have them with you when you need them and I can keep the E-tool in the Jeep year-round. Mine was shipped in the pouch and goes in and out easily so I have not experienced the tight fit others have mentioned. Perhaps the issue was corrected. I'm a very satisfied customer.

Bought this thru Amazon Warehouse Deal/"used, like new". Nope, it IS new. Never used. Saved a good bit and got a brand new one. I went with this option after reading another persons review saying the same thing. Thanks This is military issue brand. It is heavy duty. Weighs 2lbs15oz. Came with a Molle capable carry case.