WW2 German Folding Entrenching Tool & Carrier 1943

Scarce WW2 German folding entrenching tool with black prestoff carrier & 1943 dated tool.
A classic item of WW2 German combat equipment the reddish brown bakelite screw nut of the shovel is in excellent working order with three letter code & date 'GCG43' to head. A good proportion of its original factory blackening remains to metal parts.
The black prestoff cover is in field used condition with very faint markings to fastening strap of what appear to be 'gxo4*' Rear belt loop is pulled through where stud meets leather.
A good field used example , perfect for display & indicative of these essential kit items which were well used by combat troops in action.

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