Folding Stainless Steel Camping Trowel - Shovel - HTS 220F8 Review

Flimsy but that's what I expected! Great for what I needed which was a portable shovel to dig in loose earth. That's my review.

Good size, weight and sturdy. Not as finished a product as U-dig-it. I have to agree that the locking mechanism is not as secure as the U-dig-it but with simple modifications. It works good enough at a great price.modifications:1. remove handle and spread the sides so they have more outward tension.2. use a round file to enhance the locking grooves.Works much better.

Perfect for what I need. This small folding trowel is the perfect size to be helpful without getting in the way or weighing you down. Handle snaps in securely without needing to pummel it into place.

Bought to replace my spade I take on backpacking trips. I've had several others over the years. but this is a very good design. It folds to make it space efficient and only weighs a few onces. The trips we take are long enough that we carefully look at every ounce, and this little spade works well.

Save your time and money, do not buy this trowel. There are several foldable trowels available online that look very similar and vary in price; I thought they would all be the same but this one collapses too easily. I wanted to purchase this trowel for an upcoming backingtrip (to dig holes to go to the bathroom) but if it collapses too easily then it defeats the purpose of having a trowel. Do not buy!

Product was very low quality, so much that it is essentially non-functional! Was disappointed to learn that is is a "non-returnable" item. What a waste.

Pretty sharp edges- but that’s a good spade. Not comfortable to use and doesn’t stay open very well when digging in hard dirt.

Overall works great. You might have a hard time with harder soil, rocky, etc. But works for basics and lightweight for you backpack. Also folds to shrink the size.

I get that a shovel needs to be a bit sharp to dig in dirt, but this thing could be used to slice you open if you're not careful! The edges and especially the point are very sharp metal. There is no way this would be good to tote around in a backpack without risk of it slicing a hole in the pack. If you were to hang it off the pack, it would likely get you eventually. I sent it back and will likely just get a plastic one.

Seems sturdy enough but won’t stay open. Could probably be filed and made functional but not worth the effort. I’ve used other brands that lock much better for a couple dollars more. They are not all the same…

Bottom line: these are junk. I doubt you can successfully dig in anything except sand and loose dirt. The steel is very lightweight and flimsy and so is the nylon pouch. The worst thing about this subpar trowel is that the handle clamp will not hold the shovel head open and so the shovel collapses on you while digging. Sending these back for a refund.

Small enough for backpacking but doesn’t stay open. It kept collapsing on my fingers when digging a small hole. That's my feedback!

Not for routine use, but for "just-in-case" it's good to have. Plan to use a file to remove the "burr" from stamping the metal, otherwise it's a bit dangerous.

Took it on a hiking trip for digging cat holes.pro: Compact. Love the case it comes with so it doesnt get your stuff dirty.con. The handle is a little uncomfortable to use. It also has a hard time digging through roots and what not

This thing is perfect for backpacking - light, durable and practical. The carrying case is a nice touch, too. The handle on mine locks into place with a heavy satisfying *CLICK!* and WILL NOT unlock during heavy and prolonged use. This is what you want in a tool like this. If you need a ligh, compact and rugged trowel for your next backpacking excursion, don't hesitate to add this little gem to your gear.

It's pretty light, comes with a light sheath with a belt loop, locks into place very well. If anything getting it folded up again is a little difficult when you first start using it but it gets easier with use

Ok if you are a smurf this might be OK a large serving spoon would be better ss const is ok but this thing is so small The trowel is not long enough for people who are tall or require a longer reach.