Original German WWII Folding Shovel Klappspaten by Hugo Linder Deltawerk with 1941-Dated Leather Carrier German Awards Medals Badges Insignia It should be noted that

It should be noted that the star device was removed from the boards

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

and there is also some light pitting near on the last 4 inches or so near the tip

as is the kashira (end cap)

Original German WWII Folding Shovel Klappspaten by Hugo Linder Deltawerk with 1941-Dated Leather Carrier German Awards Medals Badges Insignia It should be noted thatOriginal 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