Original German WWII Folding Shovel Klappspaten by Hugo Linder Deltawerk with 1941-Dated Leather Carrier German Awards Medals Badges Insignia The details throughout the eagle

The details throughout the eagle are great throughout the head

as is the kashira (end cap)

There are also several small proof marks on the both sides of frame and barrel

The maker marking has faded

Original German WWII Folding Shovel Klappspaten by Hugo Linder Deltawerk with 1941-Dated Leather Carrier German Awards Medals Badges Insignia The details throughout the eagleOriginal Item: Only One Available. In 1938, the klappspaten, or foldable spade, appeared, being the precursor of all modern spades of this kind. Including the 1943 American Copy. Production of the Klappspaten was halted mid war by its high cost and overlong production time. The end user was of secondary consideration in this type of decision! The shovel is in very nice condition with the original in "Wehrmacht finish". The German military blued their