U.S. WWII M1943 folding entrenching tool - Military accessories

An original-type US Army folding entrenching tool with its canvas carrier. The olive drab steel blade pivots on a hinge and locks in position with a threaded collar. The handle is olive drab painted metal. The khaki canvas carrier is stencilled “US” and has leather reinforcement at the sides, a snap-fastened flap and a belt strap with a brass buckle on the back. Condition: complete and working, with age-related wear. The paint on the tool shows light wear and handling marks. The canvas carrier is soiled and stained, with rust-coloured marks on the back and front, some fraying near the flap and loose threads (see images). Weight: 5kg

Estimate:£3.38

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