Gerber 22-41578 Gorge Folding Shovel
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The Gerber 22-41578 Gorge Folding Shovel is designed with an easy push button slide mechanism and it can operate in hammer mode for pounding in tent stakes. It includes nylon draw string bag and features durable blade crafted from carbon steel. It also features an ergonomic handle made from glass-filled nylon with rubberized overgrip.
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Technical Details
- Operates in hammer mode for pounding in tent stakes- Designed with easy push button slide mechanism
- Includes nylon draw string bag
- Features durable blade crafted from carbon steel
- Ergonomic handle made from glass-filled nylon with rubberized overgrip
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By Alberto Vargas (San Francisco, CA USA)
Pros:
- Tiny tiny tiny! It would look proportional only next to a toddler. They give you a small nylon bag that this shovel fits in when fully folded in.
- Looks sturdy. I have not used it - got it for the car, for when I get stuck and need to dig dirt or snow.
- Inexpensive but very cool toy :)
Cons:
- Handle way too short. Digging would not be very efficient.
- Probably too flimsy for anything serious. Do not attempt digging solid dry dirt. I bet snow is the best use of this.
By Ambergris (New England.....USA)
I came across this Gerber shovel in my Amazon recommendations recently. I own the very same model that I bought at the LL Bean store in Freeport, Maine 2 years ago. I was not as much of an Amazon shopper back then as I am today. But I wish now that I was. I paid $38 at LL Beans for this model, and that was 2 years ago. At the time I remember them not having much of a selection, but this shovel seemed very well made, rugged, and easy to use. I figured I could do a lot worse for the price. As it turns out, I could have done a lot better. Forgetting the shellacking I took on the price of this shovel, I highly recommend you not only buy this model if you are in the market for one, but I also suggest you forget the shopping around and just buy it here. This is probably the best quality folding shovel you will ever find for the price they are asking. Especially, if you buy it as part of a package deal and get the free shipping thrown in. If you are one that has ever visited hiking or outdoor gear stores than you know how expensive any survival type equipment can be. They have a fool proof way of drawing you into spending as many bucks as you can on whatever it is they are offering by hammering home the point that it's your life and family you are talking about here. The real truth is that a lot of people buy equipment that is far more expensive than they will ever have a reason to need, or even use at all. As anyone that is an avid outdoor enthusiast knows, a folding camp shovel has lots of uses along on a camping or hiking trip. Digging, prospecting, hammering, climbing, self defense, and even sometimes actual shoveling are all included on the list. Most folding shovels offered in retail outlets are not just expensive, but often time just too big. This one folds down very compactly, and can be easily toted along with little room taken, or inconvenience met. This Gerber model is in my opinion the perfect size and quality that most of us would ever have a reason to need along on a wilderness adventure. Its solid, very rugged, a snap to extend and compact, and after two years of owning it, it is still going strong for me with little show for the wear. I highly recommend the Gerber for your outdoor needs. It is in my opinion all the shovel you should ever need, at the best price you will find...
By J. Canning (Sacramento, CA USA)
For those looking for a latrine shovel for back country hiking, this will work for you, but mind - it is heavy. You may think 2-3 pounds isn't much, but it can be. That said, is fairly well constructed and can serve double duty as a hammer.
Pros: Rugged construction. Collapses down pretty well. Grip is contoured to be comfortable.
Cons: It is heavy (for its size), but that does contribute to its ruggedness. The 'blade' could lock into place a bit more securely than a screw-down ring. Has a Hammer 'head', if you'd call it that.
Overall: It's a nice shovel if you don't mind the extra few pounds. Also good for your car, should you get stuck on snow and you need to dig some space out to get rolling again.
P.S. To Gerber - have you guys ever thought of making interchangeable blades on something like this? Have a large PC avalanche blade and then the smaller steel blade for dirt/soil? Just a thought...maybe I should do that.
By J. Clark (georgia)
Very compact yet very useful. Well constructed and durable. I do suggest you rinse it off after use.
By tony (montana)
shovel is small like ice cream scoop small, but works great for camping and hiking. its light weight and doesn't add alot ot weight to your pack.
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