WWII German M1935 E-Tool, gcq Made, Cover erg Made, 1943, E/WaA640

World War Two German M1935 Entrenchment Tool (Feldspaten) with Cover. This entrenchment tool is in fair condition with most of its metal components being pitted and worn. The upper-right corner of the back of the tool is manufacturer marked “gcq” (Heinrich Jung & Sohn, Gesenkschmiede, Halver) indicating likely mid-war production. The cover is in excellent condition with the only significant wear being some damage to the left side. The leather is in a similarly excellent condition and is still flexible and serviceable with only the strap exhibiting some aging. The cover is manufacturer marked “erg” (A. Döppert, Treibriemenfabrik., Kitzingen) and dated 1943. The cover is also marked with an eagle/WaA640 (Waffenamt).