7-in-1 Folding / Collapsible Multipurpose Shovel

I spend much of my time camping in the wilderness with no luxuries. I am able to clear the volcanic rocks in Flagstaff's uncampable forests, dig holes and put a hoer curtain in it to collect moisture overnight to bathe, bang in bivy-tent pegs so I can withstand winter winds and summer monsoons. Granted, its a lousy axe. But its a good, light, sturdy folding shovel. I can bury valuables and waste in my campsite too. You can not be without a shovel. This can be strapped to your pack. You really need a versatile shovel that you can chop, dig, pound and use for many purposes. Certainly worth the money- which is only like the price of a paperback, but also worth the weight. When I have to walk as much as 20 miles a day, pack weight counts....

When I first got this I thought the hollow tube handle would probably bend and break, but then I realized it was made out of stainless steel. The hammer on the axe head is rounded but will most likely work as long as it is not precision hammering. I had to sharpen the axe head and the shovel blade, and I painted the tube handle flat black and put a rubber cap on the one end and then wrapped it with para-cord, now it is much more subdued and functional. I love the knife since it would be a great self defense weapon, it is really a nice size spear, and concealed in the handle. This is a good all purpose tool and for the price it is very hard to find anything comparable or as useful.

Pretty nice; I like the compact small case to attach to my belt or back pack when you go camping or backpacking. You do need to take the axe head and the shovel head to a grinding wheel though, in which was no problem for me because I own one. But overall I like it a lot for its compact size and easy carrying and cheap price. Thanks BudK.

I had bought this product for the axe survival aspect.I thogt it would be too large to carry!But was pleased to find it was not only foldably compact but had belt loops for easy carrying!Truth be told I have not tried it yet,but i have seen the axe & shovel very sturdy and strong.The axe is why I got it for surrvival purposes,the saw, shovel&knife are just icing on the cake!I paid about $15.00 for it and would reccomend it even at retail prices!!

I did feel I had to sharpen the shovel and axe to be more functional. that said, I wanted a good multi-tool to add to my scat pack. I'm not sure how this would hold up under severe heavy duty use but when you need something like this it could certainly make life easier in emergency situations. I also added a tie to the handle to secure it better so if the pack took a tumble the handle would not come out of its holder and tied it securely. if I ever have to use this for the purpose it is intended I'm sure I will be thrilled I purchased it.

This is a not bad buy for $10, but don't expect too much. The hollow tube is thin and bends if you put too much force into the showel. Both the axe and showel are very dull. This set can do some job nevertheless. Makes a good gift to a boy scout.