Cold SteelCS-92SFS: Special Forces Spetsnaz Shovel/ 19.68" / 2Mm Thick Blade

I've wanted one of these for decades, and when I saw that it now comes with a nice sheath, I had to get one. It comes fairly sharp, but remember that if it had a razor edge the edge would chip when using using it for its primary purpose-digging. To me, the chopping capability is for emergency use. If you are going camping, bring a proper chopping tool like a hatchet or machete/kukri etc. If you are planting a garden at your home, get a real shovel. This is an entrenching tool, bring the right tool for the job.I got it for the truck in case I get stuck, and for this kind of use it's great. I have no need of something that folds up like an E-tool for this purpose so I like the solid construction; no rivets, joints, or threaded sleeves to fail or loosen. I can clear snow or dirt, and use the edge to chop branches to place under the tires for traction. I have many Cold Steel products since the early 90's (when they were a super expensive knife brand using Seki steel from Japan) and they are very good even though a lot of their products are just stamped steel now. The handle on this is the same as on their "Bad Axe" and is very strong. And yes, it could make a pretty effective weapon in a pinch. Would recommend.

This is the perfect pack shovel. It’s compact yet for its purpose is excellent. Appears sturdy and of good design as well as useful for many tasks in one tool. Has a good bladed edge for chopping it will surely help get through tough ground and roots. I like this design better as there are no folding parts or weak points and this should last for a long time

Its tough, its a shovel, it can be used for self defense.. if you need a shovel for that purpose. Manly? Yes. Digs? Yes. Sharp? Enough..

Wonderful gift! I wasnt sure what to get my little bros for Christmas so I bought these, and one for myself. Great shovel to chop, dig, and use for any camping occasion. I highly recommend.

Carry one in my semi. Use it for breaking ice around tires when stuck. Works Great .sturdy and well made edge is sharp. Perfect size .

Digs alright

Very durable and a must have for campers. Good for fishing if you need to dig up worms, for leveling out your campsite, etc. We've used it a few camping trips now, totaling a few weeks all together and we have seen no signs of this being a poor quality shovel. Would definitely recommend. Got this on sale for $23.

I got this to keep in my truck. Needed something small but it needed to be tough. Something that I could rely on. Well, this fits exactly what I needed. My friends couldn't believe the build quality on this and siad they wanted one for themselves. Nice job Cold Steel.