US Army USMC Marine Vietnam AMES COLLAPSIBLE SHOVEL 1969 Vtg Trifold E - Tool RARE
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:129075 |
US Army troops and US Marines in Vietnam in the late 1960s were issued the new lightweight "tri-fold" shovel, produced by the legendary Ames of Chicopee, Mass. This US Army USMC Marine Vietnam AMES COLLAPSIBLE SHOVEL is in very good condition, with some scattered surface chipping and spot patina to the spade, some light cracking at each side of the handle/shaft join, and with some scattered scratching and age wear evident (ALL pictured). Otherwise, the shovel is in fine shape, with... no other damage. Most interestingly, it sports the classic black finished aluminum handle and shaft, features the traditional black finished steel spade with a serrated left edge, and is "U.S." stamped at one lower side of the handle, along with its maker and date, "AMES 69" (1969), marked at the other side. It boasts a fully functional "tri-fold" mechanism, and is a fine example of a rare, original US Army USMC Marine Vietnam AMES COLLAPSIBLE SHOVEL. No cover included. Now celebrating over 15 years on eBay. Bid with confidence and please view our other great military and aviation classics, including a US Army AAF WW2 EASTMAN A-4 KNIT WOOL MECHANIC'S CAP in MINT, unworn, new with tags condition, boasting the classic "two way" weave along the bottom edge, and sporting an intricately sewn top crown.Abramsantiques appreciates your positive feedback and full five star ratings. We strive to make every transaction an exceptional one, and your complete satisfaction is our utmost concern. If for any reason you cannot leave fully positive feedback, contact us first and we will make it right.
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