Original German WWII Pair of Two Folding Shovels Klappspaten with Maker Markings

Original 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!

This is a good service-worn pair of folding shovels. The first example is maker-marked AGO with what looks to be a later-added SS stamp that is NOT original. There is heavy red paint residue and the handle of this example is extremely dark with heavy wear.

The second shovel is stamped with a logo over REX / 1941. This example has a great bakelite tightening piece on the shaft. The handle is a much brighter example with a name scratched onto it.

A good pair of folding shovels, ready for further research and display.