Kleen Kanteen/Cold Steel Shovel

Cpl, you can buy a seperate sheath, i think made of a stiff nylon canvas with beltloops...i didn't get one, i figure i can just tie the shovel to my pack.

if i were to sharpen the shovel up, i would want a sheath for it, that would allow me to carry it safely.

flnder said:
When can we expect the review of the Siguy-sharpened Cold Steel shovel?
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actually, i am pretty happy with the way the shovel behaves now, so i don't think i'm going to sharpen it up...at least not for a while. i like the dull edge for smashing kindling instead of cutting it, and even with the dull edge it still splits reasonably. also, i figure with the rocky soil around here that i would pretty quickly destroy any edge that i do put on it.

the edge is thin enough to cut roots and shaped well enough to split wood half-way decently. i also like the blunt force affect of the dull edge, it seems to work better in some cases than the sharp edge of a small axe.
 
I got a sheath for $8 for the CS Shovel - it is a pretty cool tool.

I haven't tried throwing it yet like Spetsnaz does.

I saw a stainless steel cup in the 27 oz. that must be a knock off of the Kleen Kanteen - had some type of "green" brand name to it for $12.99. I passed for now but may go try one.

Nice reviews.
 
Cool review. I want both of these now.

As far as sharpening it, I wouldn't sharpen the digging edge but rather one of the side edges.
 
Most army navy stores sell sheaths for shovels. I got mine for 4 dollars.
 
siguy - I just got my wife and I each a plain 40 oz. KK like yours. I love these bottles! Now my newer Nalgene 32 oz. is relegated to carrying water our two dogs. Thanks for the review. I'm glad they can take some campfire heat, that knowledge may come in handy some day.
 
Man, that review was balanced and informative ....... searching for a supplier that will ship to Africa took a few minutes but let's hope in 10 days I can also play along.

Aubrey
 
Aubrey, glad i was able to help! might i ask, are you expecting a shovel or a kleen kanteen?
 
Has anyone compared the CS shovel to military folding shovel? I personally prefer my folder for several reasons.

It comes with the sheath.
Stores smaller ( no handle hanging down to bang the legs while walking)
Can be used to hang items over the fire.
Already has a chopping edge.
Can be used to dig a cat hole and as a seat for using the cat hole ( ask any veteran)
To me the handle is better designed for camp chores ( it has a triangular handle for more versitle grips)
The shovel head can be locked into different positions for easier trenching around a tent( locked at 90 degree angle and used like a mattock or garden hoe)

Just my two cents and wondering why the CS would be superior ( not that I wouldn't like to try a CS but I just can't bring myself to retire the folder)

David
 
echo, i looked at the folding shovels, and i picked the CS for a couple of reasons...

-the CS has nothing to break or come loose or snap the wrong way. simple steel and wood.
-the handle can easily be replaced if i somehow managed to break it (but its thick and strong, i would say almost impossible to break)
-i wouldn't feel good about chopping with a folding tool, it seems like it would stress the joints too much.
-for trenching, i just grab the shovel near the head in my fist, with the spade down, and hack at the dirt like a pick.

i think its also lighter than many of the folding shovels, which is a bonus for me.

overall, i'm sure the folding shovels work well, but i thought the CS would work better for me.
 
siguy said:
Aubrey, glad i was able to help! might i ask, are you expecting a shovel or a kleen kanteen?
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Hi Siguy

I already have the CS shovel. I have found it great for packing as a multi tool but less usefulll in sand. For that I use a small UK MOD (Ministry of Defense) shovel. No good for anything but digging though.

I ordered the kanteen based on your review. Being so far from the toy stores, this forum has been a great source of info and I have bought many pieces of kit based on recommendations here. It really sucks to buy kit and wait 2 weeks only to receive a piece of rubbish.

Recent kit I have found to exceed expectations are the Figure 9's from Nite Ize. I have the smaller ones that work great but shipping on the larger ones are more than the item. Well, I'll keep on checking at GoinGear till they stock.

Kit I have bought based on reviews here have been 2-3 Wilderness belts (saving up for the Titanium now) and Maxpedition. I am still looking for a good fulls sized double bit axe but shipping seems to be crazy if offerede at all ....like the Gansfors :rolleyes:

So hope one day I can offer something in return :D

BTW, I attach a photo/s of the recent Kalahari hunt ....... some gear actually gets used ......

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