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Backcountry Backpacking Trowel (Weighs 32g) Backcountry Backpacking Trowel (Weighs 32g) Backcountry Backpacking Trowel (Weighs 32g) Backcountry Backpacking Trowel (Weighs 32g)

Backcountry Backpacking Trowel (Weighs 32g)

Backcountry Backpacking Trowel (Weighs 32g) Backcountry Backpacking Trowel (Weighs 32g) Backcountry Backpacking Trowel (Weighs 32g) Backcountry Backpacking Trowel (Weighs 32g)
$ 14.95

Score By Feature

Based on 186 ratings
Sturdiness
9.58
Light weight
9.71
Durability
9.69
Comfort
8.58

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Product Description

Since these are hand crafted and polished, there will be a slight variation between each. Depending on your choice, the color of your lanyard may differ.
Tie Works Backcountry Trowels are up to 50% stronger than comparable wilderness trowels because they are made from 16 gauge (1/16") aluminum sheet. Your satisfaction is guaranteed for life. Send it back to Tye Works (Tye Works) and we will replace your item. Measure the depth of your hole with the length of just over 6" and the width of just under 3".
Post production materials were used to make this handmade item in Washington State. The anodized surface is not caustic etched since there is no caustic etching agent needed.
In order to ensure maximum comfort and safety, all edges (except the front) are rounded and polished smooth by hand.
Practicing Leave No Trace (LNT) sanitation in the backcountry is easy. The perfect gift for anyone who loves to travel in the wilderness.

Questions & Answers

Does this item qualify for checked baggage in the United States?

If you are planning to fly with it, you must definitely place it in checked baggage. Previously, I rode on a plane with mine and had no problems, but, like all sharp things over 4" long (I'm not familiar with TSA rules, but I believe this is what the rules say) it is not permitted as a "carry on". You are on the right track.

Selected User Reviews For Backcountry Backpacking Trowel (Weighs 32g)

I'm going to add this to my Bug list An out bag that is sturdy, compact, and lightweight
5/5

You can hit HELPFUL if this review helped you in any way, whether it was positive or negative. I will be able to continue to do real reviews of products I've purchased because of this. Those who like made, and some of the Made in USA processing appears even to have been hand applied A tough, small trowel the can withstand a lot of punishment. My sample was light weight and packed with compacted dirt, while other samples when filled with more compacted dirt folded under the pressure*. This tool weighs 16 ounces with the strap. * The business end is slightly sharpened to ease root penetration. Even though the shovel is all metal the handle is comfortable enough that you don't need to wear gloves when digging. * I dug a small 6" test hole in my moderately compacted California dirt yard. During a small garden or when you're at home, the shovel can be used as a trowel, which will impress your gardening friends when you're impressing them. In and of itself, this is an amazing work of art. A dislike for We are not able to provide service at this time. Thank you for reading my review. I ask again for your vote when you read this review. There is a real world out there. If you ask me in the comments, I will answer you. Since I have been a customer on Amazon for more than twenty years, I have been ranking among the top 500 reviewers. Reviewing for money is not an option for me. I wouldn't mind being there (not that I wouldn't like to. 2) I pay for Amazon Prime so that I can take advantage of all of the perks that come with my.

Rayne Krueger
Rayne Krueger
| Oct 11, 2020
The unit is small, sturdy, and very low-maintenance
5/5

This trowel is so small, I can fit it along with my entire poop kit in a 1 Quart Zipper bag Put the freezer bag in the freezer! A second one has just been added to my bug out bag.

Aileen Singleton
Aileen Singleton
| Mar 15, 2021
These gloves have a smooth surface and will not cut your hand as some others do
5/5

We are seeing light here! The handle is smooth and does not have any sharp edges that could damage your hand. The ground has a slight edge on it that would not hurt your hands. A little edge is just right. The trowel does not damage my backpack so I can toss it into my backpack without any worries. In the past, I sought an inexpensive lightweight trowel that wouldn't cost as much as a titanium one. This has totally met my needs. It is also manufactured in the USA (Washington)!.

Anna Reynolds
Anna Reynolds
| Jan 16, 2021
The price of $14 is a non-starter! For $14, you can buy this scrap metal piece
3/5

The purchase of this product has left me feeling like an idiot. The item is worth at most $5.

Ivan Myers
Ivan Myers
| Jun 04, 2021
Why wouldn't you like the heavy duty, light weight design?
5/5

With a similar weight, this backpacking trowel is heavy duty compared to most other options out there. Are you really in need of a trowel that is anodized in a pretty shade? You can sharpen the edges if you'd like. It won't last as long as a titanium trowel/shovel from Russia, but it won't weigh as much I've never seen anything like this when it comes to ounces.

Nathanael Browning
Nathanael Browning
| Oct 05, 2020
I would recommend it for dirt that is not overly hard
4/5

It's a great The big orange plastic one I had was broken, so I got this one to replace it. While digging a test hole, I found my hand to be a little achy from pressing too hard on the thin handle spine. Even after wrapping 3 layers of gorilla tape across the spine of the handle, I think this little shovel is still the best I just find it more comfortable to dig in hard ground with. This product needs thickening up at the point where the hand digs into it while pushing down on it to dig a cat hole--that would give it 5 stars.

Oakley Lowery
Oakley Lowery
| Apr 09, 2021
The compact design
5/5

The cat hole must be sized to ensure it fits. Strengthens the appearance and feeling of your body. The system has not been used yet, but it looks as though it is going to work I like the fact that it comes with a little lanyard, since I can hang it off my bag or anywhere. This rock is sharp, but mostly at the dig point, a little along the edge of the dig. This grip is not smooth, nor is it sharp. I enjoyed this little piece, fine, light, and airy!.

Tiffany BURROWS
Tiffany BURROWS
| Oct 02, 2020
The exact thing I was looking for
5/5

The trowel has a minimal design, meaning it will take up little space and be easy to handle! This is a much better design than any other I've seen and it's just under $14, which is a fair price.

Travis Terrell
Travis Terrell
| Jul 15, 2021

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