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Swedish m/1906-12 shovel

 Wooden d-handle shovel.  Mounted on Swedish m/1905 Ränsel backpack.  Mounted on Swedish m/1900-12 Ammunition Belt. Hanging on Swedish carrying strap/ belt hook. This is a sturdy little entrenching tool.  It is marked for the 11th infantry regiment.  I cannot tell the exact date on it, but it must be 100 years old or older.  I am not sure when they started making the metal d-handle variant, but this preceded it. There is a slight twist in the handle and approximately 20-25% of the finish on handle and blade have worn off through use and storage.  I take it to work sometimes as I am not allowed to bring weapons.  Works well at scaring off people, probably more so because it is strange seeing someone carrying around a shovel.
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