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Rothco Heavy Weight Steel Handle Folding Pick & Shovel – Heavy-Duty E-Tool

Rothco Heavy Weight Steel Handle Folding Pick & Shovel – Heavy-Duty E-Tool

by Rothco
SKU 51
$37.99 - $37.99
$37.99
$37.99
$37.99 - $37.99
$37.99
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Professional-Grade Excavation and Recovery Platform - The Rothco Heavy Weight Steel Handle Folding Pick & Shovel is a rugged, multi-purpose entrenching tool (E-Tool) designed for those who require maximum durability and versatility in the field. Engineered from a robust combination of black carbon steel and aluminum alloy, this platform is built to withstand the extreme mechanical stresses of digging in frozen ground, breaking through rocky soil, or clearing debris during off-road recovery.

This high-performance survival tool features a unique dual-mode head that locks at a 90-degree angle, allowing it to transition from a standard spade into an efficient trenching hoe. The shovel blade is enhanced with a precision-sharpened serrated edge on one side, making it highly effective at sawing through dense roots, ice, and thick vegetation. Complementing the shovel is a heavy-duty 6.5-inch folding pick, providing a comprehensive solution for breaking up hard ground and obstacles.

Key Features

  • Integrated Pick & Shovel System: Features both a folding shovel and a 6.5-inch folding pick to handle a diverse range of outdoor and survival tasks.
  • 90-Degree Locking Mechanism: The shovel head securely locks at a right angle for use as a high-leverage hoe for trenching and breaking up earth.
  • Carbon Steel & Aluminum Construction: Crafted from black carbon steel for extreme durability and aluminum alloy for reinforced strength.
  • Serrated Cutting Blade: One side of the shovel includes a serrated edge designed to saw through dense roots and ice with ease.
  • Ergonomic No-Slip Grip: Outfitted with a high-traction rubberized grip to ensure a secure, comfortable hold even in wet or freezing conditions.
  • Full-Length Leverage: Boasts an open length of 19.25 inches to provide optimal leverage for physically demanding field tasks.

Why It Matters

  • Organize Your Recovery Kit: Consolidates multiple heavy implements into one compact, 19-inch platform to save critical space in bug-out bags and vehicle kits.
  • Ensure Operational Stability: The heavy-weight steel construction ensures the tool will not bend or fail when prying rocks or digging in compacted terrain.
  • Maintain Tactical Readiness: Provides a reliable solution for everything from preparing a defensive position to clearing paths for backcountry navigation.

How to Use / What Problem It Solves

Unfold the sections and tighten the locking collar to secure the tool in your desired configuration (straight for shoveling or 90-degrees for trenching). This E-tool solves the problem of "mechanical failure" common in light-duty folding shovels, providing a steel-weighted, carbon-reinforced rig that can handle professional-grade excavation.

Technical Overview

19.25" Open | 6.5" Pick | Black Carbon Steel | Aluminum Alloy | No-Slip Rubber Grip

  • Excavation & Hard-Ground Digging Users break frozen or rocky soil with a black carbon steel E-tool and a separate 6.5-inch folding pick. The dual system handles both digging and breaking hard obstacles.
  • Off-Road & Vehicle Recovery Overlanders and drivers clear debris and dig out a stuck vehicle with a heavy-duty pick and shovel. The no-slip rubber grip holds control under a hard load.
  • Trenching & Ground Work Field users switch the head to a 90-degree hoe to trench or move earth efficiently. The serrated blade edge saws through roots, ice, and dense vegetation.
  • Tactical & Field Entrenching Personnel dig a position or clear ground with a rugged integrated pick-and-shovel platform. The steel-and-alloy build withstands extreme mechanical stress.
  • Survival & Preparedness Kits Prepared users pack a comprehensive digging and breaking tool in a vehicle or bug-out kit. The folding pick and shovel cover hard ground where a spade alone falls short.
  • Material: Black Carbon Steel, Aluminum Alloy
  • Grip: Ergonomic No-Slip Rubber
  • Open Length: 19.25 inches
  • Pick Length: 6.5 inches
  • Shovel Edge: Serrated side for cutting
  • Color: Tactical Black
📖 Official Resource
Step-by-Step Field Manual
Learn how to properly deploy and stage this equipment in a crisis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does the Rothco folding pick & shovel have both a shovel blade and a pick head?▸

The Rothco heavy-weight steel handle folding e-tool (SKU 51) combines dual functionality in one compact tool. The shovel blade handles digging, trenching, and clearing, while the pick head breaks through hard-packed soil, ice, or rocky terrain. The 90-degree locking head lets you switch between shovel and pick modes instantly. This dual-purpose design eliminates the need to carry separate tools, making it ideal for vehicle emergency kits, camping, or field operations where weight and space matter.

Will the Rothco folding e-tool fit in a vehicle trunk or bug-out bag?▸

Yes. The folding design collapses for compact storage, making it perfect for vehicle trunks, tactical bags, or emergency kits. At 2.2 pounds, it's light enough to pack without adding significant weight, yet the heavy-duty steel construction ensures it won't fail when you need it. The no-slip rubber grip stays secure even when stored in varying temperatures. Many customers keep one in their truck cab, patrol vehicle, or alongside recovery gear.

How does the serrated edge on this e-tool improve field performance?▸

The serrated edge on the Rothco folding pick & shovel acts as a cutting tool for roots, cordage, or fibrous materials you encounter while digging. Unlike smooth-edge shovels, the serrations grip and saw through obstacles without requiring a separate blade. This feature is especially useful for trail clearing, emergency vehicle extraction, or establishing defensive positions where you need to cut through vegetation quickly. The heavy-weight steel construction ensures the serrations stay sharp through repeated use.

Can the 90-degree locking head on the Rothco e-tool handle heavy prying or chopping?▸

The 90-degree locking mechanism is designed for digging and pick work, not heavy prying or chopping like a dedicated pry bar or axe. While the heavy-duty steel construction is robust, using it beyond its intended purpose (digging, breaking soil, light trenching) may damage the locking mechanism. For prying tasks, pair it with a dedicated pry tool. For chopping, use a hatchet or axe. The e-tool excels at what it's built for: versatile digging and pick work in a compact, foldable package.

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