Cold Steel Shovel Handle Mod - Upgrading One of the Best Survival Tools

Went into the bush to customize my brother's Shovel ! 👉 Special Forces Shovel 👉 https://amzn.to/433Chma 👉 Victorinox multitool 👉 https://amzn.to/3PyLujb 👉 Mora 👉 https://amzn.to/3XAvCii The Cold Steel Spetsnaz Shovel is one of the best piece of gear, but is even better with a few mods. This mod is from Fred Perrin, knife maker. Scrape off the varnish Carve the handle into an oval shape - sensory feedback of blade's orientation Thin out the protruding wood that digs into the soil Sand off sharp edges on the wooden handle Let it sit in boiled linseed oil - preferably mixed with turpentine Round off the screws to prevent cuts on your hand Sharpen the side with which you'll be chopping When it comes to backpacking, hiking, and bushcraft, a shovel is one of the most versatile survival tools you can carry. This specific shovel is a 150-year-old design, a proven tool used by European military forces for over a century. While it may not be the lightest gear in your pack, it’s built for strength, durability, and multiple purposes. In the wilderness, a shovel becomes indispensable. Whether you're digging a cathole for proper sanitation during a hike, or digging trenches to protect your camp from rain, this shovel delivers. It’s also perfect for managing campfires by moving coals safely and precisely, reducing the risk of wildfires. With its robust build, you can use it to split or chop wood in a pinch. And when it's time to extinguish your campfire, this shovel allows you to efficiently shovel sand or dirt into the fire pit to put it out. Backpackers, bushcrafters, and survival enthusiasts appreciate its rugged design for handling tough tasks. A good shovel doesn't just dig—it helps you establish and maintain your entire campsite, from shelter building to fire management. Whether you're on a long-distance hike, engaged in stealth camping, or deep in the wilderness practicing bushcraft techniques, this sturdy shovel is an essential part of your survival kit. Also know as the russian MPL50 and similar to the Russian Titanium shovel, cold steel shovel, Russian shovel, bushcraft, survival tools, outdoor gear, camping equipment, digging tool, compact shovel, folding shovel, tactical shovel, multipurpose shovel, wilderness, outdoor adventure, camping essentials, preparedness, outdoor survival, bushcraft techniques, camping gear reviews bushcraft shovel, military shovel, survival tools, European military shovel, campfire management, campfire safety, wilderness shovel, bushcraft gear, survival gear, heavy-duty shovel, outdoor survival shovel Cold Steel Spetsnaz Shovel, best survival tools, survival gear, hiking shovel, bushcraft shovel, bushcraft skills, Fred Perrin mods, military shovel, outdoor gear, wilderness survival, fire making techniques, campfire safety, primitive survival, bushcraft shelters, wilderness cooking, backpacking essentials, stealth camping techniques, survival knife, multitool with knife, Leatherman multitool, wilderness skills, tactical shovel, wilderness exploration, forest hiking gear, outdoor adventure, outdoor cooking gear, campfire recipes, cooking over fire, titanium cookware, DIY campfire grill, urban stealth camping, bushcraft techniques, hidden camping spots, covert camping gear, leave no trace camping, minimalist camping, bushcraft fire starters, full tang survival knife, EDC knife, durable survival knife, lightweight hiking setup, forest navigation, survival hiking gear, campfire management, bushcraft fire starters, DIY shelter in the woods, forest backpacking, emergency shelter in the woods, forest survival shelter, off-grid camping, lightweight survival knife, tactical survival knife, bushcraft knives, best multitool for survival, survival shelters, survival skills, bushcraft gear, lightweight multitool, pocket multitool, bushcraft techniques, leave no trace, wilderness shelter, woodcraft survival, survival hacks, survival backpack, forest hiking, survival multitool, compact shovel, camping essentials, preparedness, outdoor skills development, outdoor safety, campfire cooking, low-impact camping, hiking safety tips, survival techniques, lightweight camping gear, survival kit essentials, emergency preparedness, bushcraft fire making Help support the channel with no additional cost for you by using those affiliated links 🙂