Original German WWII Folding Shovel Klappspaten with Rare 1941 Dated Preßstoff Carrier by Max G. Müller Snider Rifle Parts approximately 58cm

approximately 58cm

They are covered in mature rust pitting but are still totally functional

which is fitted with sheet nickel alloy at the top and bottom

but you will often see them listed for over $3000

and only small parts were swapped out

Original German WWII Folding Shovel Klappspaten with Rare 1941 Dated Preßstoff Carrier by Max G. Müller Snider Rifle Parts approximately 58cmOriginal 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