U.S. WWII Entrenching Shovel with Cover: T Handle Hand Select:Yes Clearly this was an accessory

Clearly this was an accessory that was only used once hence never seen on the surplus market

all show wear

and pressing the handle inwards strips 5 rounds from the clip into the magazine

Original Item: Beautiful WWII issue USAAF Air Warning Service (AWS) Oberserver blue wool and felt embroidered armbands in NOS excellent condition with no moth or damage

U.S. WWII Entrenching Shovel with Cover: T Handle Hand Select:Yes Clearly this was an accessoryNew Made Item: A perfect reproduction of the standard WWII issue U. S. Entrenching Shovel. 22" overall, complete with canvas type belt carrier withbelt hook for U. S. belt. No markings on shovel. Ideal for the collector and reenactor.