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Title: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: SMK on January 09, 2009, 10:41:10 PM
 :gimme:I saw this on their website and it looks cool, but I heard it's not as good as it's claimed to be. Anyone know about it. I really want one
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on January 09, 2009, 10:43:10 PM
Mike will know about them when some skinny git gets off his butt and orders him one.  ::) :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on January 09, 2009, 10:55:20 PM
I'll let you know then said ^^^^^^ skiney git get's off his bottom ::)

For what it's worth I've never heard of any negative reviews :)
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: hawkchucker on January 10, 2009, 12:25:14 AM
I actually have played with one at the last Rendevous I went to. Some guy was throwing his at the Hawk block and it was pretty stout. I dont think it would be a bad thing, plus it is a proven design. It has been a copy of the Soviet shovel they have been issuing for years.
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: SMK on January 10, 2009, 12:44:07 AM
Thanks. I think I will probably go for it, as it seems like a useful tool to have.
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Grant Lamontagne on January 11, 2009, 07:54:37 AM
I had one, and it's great.  As a weapon, I'd consider it a last ditch thing, but as an emergency or camp shovel it's great.  There's a special technique to using a small shovel like that- first, stab it into the ground to loosen up the dirt, then once it's broken up, scoop it out.  You have to do it that way since there's very little leverage on such a short handle.  I wouldn't want to do any extensive gardening with it, or attempt to shovel my driveway, but for an emergency thing to keep in your trunk or with camping/hiking gear, I doubt you'll find one better.

Def
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: DoughDTD on January 16, 2009, 12:31:48 PM
I doubt you'll find one better.

Def

NATO Approved Fiskars Folding Entrenching Tool designed for use for the USMC?
(https://www.actiongear.com/cgi-bin/tame.exe/military/picsxl.tam?picsxl=AG_GFS03_L_1.jpg)
(http://www.brigadeqm.com/store/pics/AG_GFS03_L_2.jpg)
(http://www.brigadeqm.com/store/pics/AG_GFS03_L_3.jpg)
-Dough
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on January 16, 2009, 01:55:27 PM
The Glock Entrenching tool is pretty cool as well.

I can take some pics if you are interested.
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: SMK on January 16, 2009, 03:55:45 PM
That'd be great.
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on January 16, 2009, 03:56:53 PM
That'd be great.

I'll try and post some for you later.

Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on January 19, 2009, 09:03:41 PM
I have very annoyingly lost the lead for my camera.  >:(  So I have pics for you but sadly can't upload them yet.

In the meantime, here is the websie of the Glock http://www.glock.com/english/outdoor_entrench.htm
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: 665ae on January 19, 2009, 09:09:10 PM
I have very annoyingly lost the lead for my camera.  >:(  So I have pics for you but sadly can't upload them yet.

Where have I heard that before?   :think:
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on January 19, 2009, 09:11:21 PM
I have very annoyingly lost the lead for my camera.  >:(  So I have pics for you but sadly can't upload them yet.

Where have I heard that before?   :think:

No I've just lost the lead, not the whole thing.  :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on January 19, 2009, 10:09:35 PM
I have very annoyingly lost the lead for my camera.  >:(  So I have pics for you but sadly can't upload them yet.

Where have I heard that before?   :think:
Couldn't possibly imagine :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on January 19, 2009, 10:13:38 PM
You can all blame Sue as she was the last one to use it.  ::)
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on January 19, 2009, 10:19:01 PM
You can all blame Sue as she was the last one to use it.  ::)
I think you missus has enough to put up with (namely you!) without you blaming her for everything so publicly >:( :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: WhichDawg on February 09, 2009, 10:19:29 AM
I got one last year, nice stout little sucker. I know several that say it throws well too!
I need to get a sheath for mine, I'll probably get a custom kydex with an attached small
blade (combo) sheath.
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Tinnie on February 09, 2009, 11:32:58 AM
Cool...I like the Glock Shovel :)

How effective is the saw?
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 09, 2009, 06:14:23 PM
Cool...I like the Glock Shovel :)

How effective is the saw?
Better than nothing, but not great :-\
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Flash on February 09, 2009, 06:22:24 PM
I had one, and it's great.  As a weapon, I'd consider it a last ditch thing, but as an emergency or camp shovel it's great.  There's a special technique to using a small shovel like that- first, stab it into the ground to loosen up the dirt, then once it's broken up, scoop it out.  You have to do it that way since there's very little leverage on such a short handle.  I wouldn't want to do any extensive gardening with it, or attempt to shovel my driveway, but for an emergency thing to keep in your trunk or with camping/hiking gear, I doubt you'll find one better.

Def

Defdude,

If you like the shovel and are interested in its combative qualities the can I suggest to you the art of Sombo or Sambo.

Russian wrestling form that utilises various forms of "weaponry".  I have studied this whilst at Uni and it was very destructive in its capabilities.  >:D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 10, 2009, 03:25:10 PM
I have very annoyingly lost the lead for my camera.  >:(  So I have pics for you but sadly can't upload them yet.

Where have I heard that before?   :think:
Couldn't possibly imagine :D

Did you find the lead yet Benner?... (http://www.dgrin.com/images/smilies/photo.gif) :pok: ::) :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 10, 2009, 06:29:13 PM
I have very annoyingly lost the lead for my camera.  >:(  So I have pics for you but sadly can't upload them yet.

Where have I heard that before?   :think:
Couldn't possibly imagine :D

Did you find the lead yet Benner?... (http://www.dgrin.com/images/smilies/photo.gif) :pok: ::) :D
I believe he's imitating another well known poster :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 10, 2009, 07:01:35 PM
After uploading them they looked cack so I need to take some more.

Got to use it last week with all the snow we had.  I was glad I had it.
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 10, 2009, 10:03:26 PM
After uploading them they looked cack so I need to take some more.

Got to use it last week with all the snow we had.  I was glad I had it.
Did you find yourself liking it though ???
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 10, 2009, 10:13:51 PM
Yep, did the job.  :tu:
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 10, 2009, 10:17:20 PM
Yep, did the job.  :tu:
Good to know :)
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 10, 2009, 11:33:03 PM
I have very annoyingly lost the lead for my camera.  >:(  So I have pics for you but sadly can't upload them yet.

Where have I heard that before?   :think:
Couldn't possibly imagine :D

Did you find the lead yet Benner?... (http://www.dgrin.com/images/smilies/photo.gif) :pok: ::) :D
I believe he's imitating another well known poster :D

Is the shovel a Barely Grilled signature model? :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 11, 2009, 07:18:01 AM
I have very annoyingly lost the lead for my camera.  >:(  So I have pics for you but sadly can't upload them yet.

Where have I heard that before?   :think:
Couldn't possibly imagine :D

Did you find the lead yet Benner?... (http://www.dgrin.com/images/smilies/photo.gif) :pok: ::) :D
I believe he's imitating another well known poster :D

Is the shovel a Barely Grilled signature model? :D
How did you guess :o :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 11, 2009, 07:20:45 AM
I have very annoyingly lost the lead for my camera.  >:(  So I have pics for you but sadly can't upload them yet.

Where have I heard that before?   :think:
Couldn't possibly imagine :D

Did you find the lead yet Benner?... (http://www.dgrin.com/images/smilies/photo.gif) :pok: ::) :D
I believe he's imitating another well known poster :D

Is the shovel a Barely Grilled signature model? :D
How did you guess :o :D

If the Polar Bear hadn't eaten his camera lead we'd have photos by now! >:(
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 11, 2009, 07:22:26 AM
 :D :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 11, 2009, 11:40:03 AM
I had to use something to distract it!  :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 11, 2009, 02:37:56 PM
Did you use the "Polar Bear ate my homework" excuse at school? :twak: :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 11, 2009, 06:52:43 PM
Did you use the "Polar Bear ate my homework" excuse at school? :twak: :D
He's too young to get homework yet :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Sea Monster on February 13, 2009, 11:47:36 AM
I'm not given to digging my own latrines, is there any other appeal of the shovel, or is it just real handy for gents what can't use a Royal Doulton?
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Roadie on February 13, 2009, 11:58:57 AM
I'm not given to digging my own latrines, is there any other appeal of the shovel, or is it just real handy for gents what can't use a Royal Doulton?

Grave digging..........
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 13, 2009, 12:30:16 PM
Bad guy head clubbing
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 13, 2009, 02:36:04 PM
Polar Bear spanking.
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 13, 2009, 06:33:25 PM
I'm not given to digging my own latrines, is there any other appeal of the shovel, or is it just real handy for gents what can't use a Royal Doulton?

Grave digging..........
...or robbing >:D

Or Ben's necrophilia habit :o
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 13, 2009, 10:52:55 PM
Shhhhhhhhhh!  :twak:
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 13, 2009, 10:53:24 PM
Shhhhhhhhhh!  :twak:
:-[ My bad :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 14, 2009, 05:16:18 PM
Aren't we still expecting photos of Benner's alleged shovel?  :pok: (http://www.dgrin.com/images/smilies/photo.gif) :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 14, 2009, 05:59:07 PM
Aren't we still expecting photos of Benner's alleged shovel?  :pok: (http://www.dgrin.com/images/smilies/photo.gif) :D

I know!  :D  Been ill and working so haven't got round to it.
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 14, 2009, 06:49:14 PM
At least we know Ben's got one, and not just claiming he does :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 14, 2009, 10:16:29 PM
I'm hoping for some action shots...digging a hole in the garden...fending off Zombies...spanking sheep...etc.
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 14, 2009, 10:52:09 PM
I'm hoping for some action shots...digging a hole in the garden...fending off Zombies...spanking sheep...etc.
Well the first one he's got a wife for :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 14, 2009, 10:59:36 PM
I'm hoping for some action shots...digging a hole in the garden...fending off Zombies...spanking sheep...etc.

How about spanking Sue?  ;)
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 14, 2009, 11:05:15 PM
I'm hoping for some action shots...digging a hole in the garden...fending off Zombies...spanking sheep...etc.

How about spanking Sue?  ;)
Well it is Dunc's birthday, and that would make a hell of a gift for him :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 14, 2009, 11:14:26 PM
I'm hoping for some action shots...digging a hole in the garden...fending off Zombies...spanking sheep...etc.
Well the first one he's got a wife for :D

...and one of the other two is a hobby... ::) :o :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 14, 2009, 11:16:57 PM
I'm hoping for some action shots...digging a hole in the garden...fending off Zombies...spanking sheep...etc.
Well the first one he's got a wife for :D

...and one of the other two is a hobby... ::) :o :D
Zoombie slaying is no hobby on these shores, more of a duty really :salute: :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 14, 2009, 11:17:48 PM
I'm hoping for some action shots...digging a hole in the garden...fending off Zombies...spanking sheep...etc.

How about spanking Sue?  ;)

Did you check behind yourself before typing that? :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 14, 2009, 11:18:35 PM
She's pretty cool so I'm sure she wouldn't mind.  :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 14, 2009, 11:19:01 PM
I'm hoping for some action shots...digging a hole in the garden...fending off Zombies...spanking sheep...etc.

How about spanking Sue?  ;)

Did you check behind yourself before typing that? :D
Nah she'll be too busy posting on Budgie.co.uk :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 25, 2009, 11:08:37 PM
(http://yelims.free.fr/Coucou/Coucou24.gif) Mr. Benner :pok: (http://www.dgrin.com/images/smilies/photo.gif) ::)
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 26, 2009, 12:46:22 AM
(http://yelims.free.fr/Coucou/Coucou24.gif) Mr. Benner :pok: (http://www.dgrin.com/images/smilies/photo.gif) ::)

Oops!  :D

Tomorrow after work I'll get some done!  :D

You may need to pokey me again though.  The problem is that I keep it in the car so I don't have that constant reminder.

That's my excuse and I'm sticking to it.  :angel:
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 26, 2009, 01:03:29 AM
You may need to pokey me again though...

That sounds a bit naughty :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh ...I was drunk and don't remember a thing...
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 26, 2009, 01:14:25 AM
You may need to pokey me again though...

That sounds a bit naughty :ahhh :ahhh :ahhh ...I was drunk and don't remember a thing...

I do.  ;)
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 26, 2009, 01:16:35 AM
 :ahhh
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 26, 2009, 01:17:08 AM
:ahhh

You better run  :drool:

 :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 26, 2009, 01:19:37 AM
Eew!(http://www.dslr-forum.de/images/smilies/eek.gif)
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 26, 2009, 07:14:19 AM
Ok that's just plain wrong MR B :o :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 26, 2009, 06:51:17 PM
Ok that's just plain wrong MR B :o :D

 :D :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 26, 2009, 09:21:47 PM
Sorry about the delay folks, but here are some quick pics (Fuse in there for scale)...

(http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t41/benniehunts/IMG_1694.jpg)

(http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t41/benniehunts/IMG_1698.jpg)

(http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t41/benniehunts/IMG_1700.jpg)

(http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t41/benniehunts/IMG_1701.jpg)
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 26, 2009, 10:21:19 PM
No dancing girls ::)

Hardly worth the wait then was it >:( :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 26, 2009, 10:22:51 PM
No dancing girls ::)

Hardly worth the wait then was it >:( :D

Sue was busy.  :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 26, 2009, 10:23:47 PM
No dancing girls ::)

Hardly worth the wait then was it >:( :D

Sue was busy.  :D
Eating banana's seductively while surfing Budgie.co.uk no doubt :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 26, 2009, 11:32:09 PM
No dancing girls ::)

Hardly worth the wait then was it >:( :D

I'm a bit let down as well... >:( :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 26, 2009, 11:37:12 PM
Gerber Gorge and GI Trifold
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 27, 2009, 07:55:10 AM
Is there anything you don't have multiples off? :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 27, 2009, 11:35:37 AM
Is there anything you don't have multiples off? :D

Wives?
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 27, 2009, 02:50:22 PM
Is there anything you don't have multiples off? :D

Knickers...
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 27, 2009, 06:52:57 PM
Is there anything you don't have multiples off? :D

Knickers...
Not even bloomers ??? :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 27, 2009, 10:24:41 PM
I made them myself you know...from Budgies...the feathers tickle...teehee :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 27, 2009, 10:45:51 PM
I made them myself you know...from Budgies...the feathers tickle...teehee :D
You'll upset Ben's wife saying things like that :o :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Benner on February 27, 2009, 11:08:02 PM
I made them myself you know...from Budgies...the feathers tickle...teehee :D
You'll upset Ben's wife saying things like that :o :D

He sure will, so keep them coming.  :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 27, 2009, 11:09:01 PM
I made them myself you know...from Budgies...the feathers tickle...teehee :D
You'll upset Ben's wife saying things like that :o :D

He sure will, so keep them coming.  :D
:D :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on February 27, 2009, 11:52:12 PM
I made them myself you know...from Budgies...the feathers tickle...teehee :D
You'll upset Ben's wife saying things like that :o :D

Yes but I look darn sexy in feathers... ::)
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on February 28, 2009, 08:59:57 AM
I made them myself you know...from Budgies...the feathers tickle...teehee :D
You'll upset Ben's wife saying things like that :o :D

Yes but I look darn sexy in feathers... ::)
With, or without tar ??? :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Poncho65 on March 01, 2009, 12:59:09 AM
Hey guys ???  am I in the right thread  :think: I came in here looking for a shovel :pok: :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on March 01, 2009, 01:06:59 AM
It was...until the Mods went off-topic......again ::) :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 01, 2009, 10:03:35 AM
It was...until the Mods went off-topic......again ::) :D
Lies :o, it was all Dave's fault :twak: :D
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on March 01, 2009, 04:42:29 PM
OK, back on-topic with my Montbell trowel.
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: 665ae on March 01, 2009, 05:42:53 PM
That's a trowel?  Looks like a spoon...
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Mike, Lord of the Spammers! on March 01, 2009, 06:22:26 PM
OK, back on-topic with my Montbell trowel.
That's an odd wee thing :think:
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Spork, Lord of Lime Jello! on March 01, 2009, 06:33:18 PM
Yes...it takes a bit longer to dig a hole...you have to plan ahead, especially after a curry... ::)
Title: Re: Cold Steel Special Forces Shovel
Post by: Sean on March 01, 2009, 06:37:53 PM
I doubt you'll find one better.

Def

NATO Approved Fiskars Folding Entrenching Tool designed for use for the USMC?
(https://www.actiongear.com/cgi-bin/tame.exe/military/picsxl.tam?picsxl=AG_GFS03_L_1.jpg)
(http://www.brigadeqm.com/store/pics/AG_GFS03_L_2.jpg)
(http://www.brigadeqm.com/store/pics/AG_GFS03_L_3.jpg)
-Dough



is it belt carry btw?   :D

sean