Original Pre-WWII Finnish Infantry Shovel - All Wood Handle Conflict Some have zippered pockets in

Some have zippered pockets in the cover

"The name on the mess tins -Simpson Adelaide 1915

These helmets were in service for decades

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Original Pre-WWII Finnish Infantry Shovel - All Wood Handle Conflict Some have zippered pockets inOriginal 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