Coleman Folding Shovel

I took a camping trip last year and encountered a fire pit where the previous "tenants" didn't remove their ash waste, and I was forced to waste nearly an hour cleaning it out. I vowed I would never go through that again.

I went on a search for a army-like folding shovel, without the cost, as I would only be using it to clean fire pits upon arrival and departure. However, I also needed something that was easy to pack away, as I drive a "sport-wagon" style vehicle.

This shovel is "perfect" in nearly all ways. I say nearly because no product is perfect, and there will be some flaw that I dwell on (it's a bit difficult to fold initially, but you get the hang of it) that someone else won't. It fits perfectly in my vehicle's rear storage compartment, tucked above the wheel-well.

It feels sturdy, as if it was made with good materials, and I can say that it will survive many a camping trip in the future.

This shovel is not meant to dig foxholes or trenches, it just wasn't built with that in mind. It was meant for simple to moderate tasks, and if I could improve on one thing (that isn't the folding), it would be to add a pick to it, as it could then be used to help drive stakes for tents.

Otherwise, it is a good buy, compare its cost to the big box retailers!

I bought this shovel for the car, and it is perfect. It folds up and can sit in the trunk taking up next to no space. The head is the perfect size to get into wheel wells and under bumpers to remove snow. The head can be securely fastened and it holds all the pieces together firmly.

Wanted a small, strong shovel for keeping in the car to help getting out of ice and snow cover parking lots and this really does the job. I purchased two and the shovel was exactly as described, was well packaged, and shipping was fast. Over all, I'm very happy with this item and the company I purchased it from.

This shovel looks great, but not worth the metal it's made of when it comes to digging. The tightening "nut" is braced by a thin aluminum washer that bends easily and renders the shovel useless. Mine broke while shoveling sand!!
Do not buy this item, instead go to an ArmyNavy Store and get a military version.

I wanted to dig a small hole for less than 10 dollars.

This shovel enabled me to dig a small hole for less than 10 dollars.

If you would like to dig a small hole for less than 10 dollars then you should buy this shovel.