I bought it in November last year and tested it during the winter. I’m deliberately posting this review only after the season, once it had a real chance to prove its usefulness. It came in handy several times, because the winter of 2025/26 was quite snowy. I kept it in the trunk for everyday use and used it more than once to clear snow off the car. Thanks to its compact design and low weight, I also attached it to my backpack during winter hikes and camping trips. It performed very well, although to fully satisfy me, it needed a small modification. The way the aluminum part was connected to the handle was fairly annoying to me — once assembled, it did its job, but it rattled and felt not very sturdy. I removed the aluminum locking ring, drilled through the metal clamps and the handle, and then fastened the whole thing together with a proper bolt. That was exactly what I needed — now the tool feels durable and dependable. Given its small size, I don’t even see the need to fold it. I definitely recommend this entrenching tool.
Compact shovel for shoveling snow. The shovel is made of durable aluminum and equipped with a removable wooden handle. The large working surface allows quick shoveling of the accumulated snow.
In winter season, it will prove useful not only as a rescue tool (e.g., after an avalanche), but also when preparing a camping site or when building a ski and snowboard hill. Its foldable design makes it take up little space, making it indispensable in winter not only in any car (to get out of a snowdrift), but also in any backpack during a trip to the mountains (can be carried both in the backpack and attached to it).
Technical data
Material: aluminum
Handle: wood
Length: 740 mm
Dimensions of the blade: 255 x 195 mm
Blade thickness: 1.5 mm
Weight: 600 g
Manufacturer: MFH, Germany
MILITARY is the official distributor of MFH.
MFH (Max Fuchs AG) is a German company with more than four decades of experience in the military and outdoor industry, specializing in the design and distribution of clothing, tactical equipment, and survival gear. Operating since 1981 and based in Freyung, Bavaria, it is among the largest wholesalers in this sector in Europe. The offer includes both proprietary product lines, such as MFH (Mission for High Defence), Fox Outdoor, and Pure Trash, as well as authentic military equipment from NATO stocks. The company supplies more than 10,000 business partners worldwide, delivering a wide range of products – from tactical clothing, backpacks, tents, and sleeping bags, to knives, EDC accessories, and gear dedicated to uniformed services and enthusiasts of outdoor activities.
| Weight | 600 g |
|---|---|
| Grip type | Type I |
| Dimensions | 740 x 255 x 195 mm |
| Folding | Yes |
| Point material | Aluminum |
| Handle material | Wood |
| Point edge | Smooth |
| EAN | 4044633187208 |
| Manufacturer code | 27020 |
| Brand | MFH |
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Review summary
Number of reviews: 2
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A great solution for storage in the trunk, it can come in handy during unexpected snowfall. It is lightweight and doesn't take up much space. Well made. I definitely recommend it.
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