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Original Pre-wwii Finnish Infantry Shovel Fs1931
Original Item: Acquired in IMA’s the recent exclusive purchase from the Finnish Army. These steel and wood infantry shovels, or trench spades, were used extensively before WWII up until the 1970s.As used in the Winter War of 1939-40 and the Continuation War of 1941-44, these were imported directly from Finland and bear SA (Finnish Army) markings but are undated. The handle of the shovel is comprised completely of wood, which contrasts with the later manufacture that used a metal yoke.The...
