SOG F08-N Folding Entrenching Shovel, 18.25-Inch

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Product guide

SOG F08-N Folding Entrenching Shovel, 18.25-Inch

Inch: The SOG F08-N Entrenching Tool is a compact folding shovel with a saw-toothed edge and an adjustable blade position for shovel, pick, or hoe use. Its listed folded dimensions and weight are useful packing references, though the listing’s dimensions differ from its stated full length.

At a glance

Folding design for packing in a backpack or car kit, with the listing describing a 10-inch folded length.
Rotating spade blade is described as adjustable for pick or hoe use.
Saw-toothed edge is intended for cutting or chopping small branches.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$27.00~~

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Folds down for more compact storage than a full-size digging shovel.
Multiple blade positions add pick and hoe functions to basic digging.
The listing describes a saw edge for small-branch tasks.

Technical specifications

13 specifications

Identity
Brand	SOG
Model	F08-N

Dimensions and weight
Dimensions listed	12 x 9 x 3 inches
Weight listed	1.5 pounds
Folded length stated in features	10 inches
Weight stated in features	24.5 ounces

Materials and construction
Material listed	Alloy Steel
Blade material	High Carbon Steel
Handle material	Wood
Color	black
Grip type	Ergonomic

Design and functions
Blade adjustment	3-WAY FOLDING DESIGN: Hand shovel collapses into a portable outdoor shovel, emergency shovel, and hiking shovel. The rotating spade blade can be adjusted to act as a pick or hoe. Ultimate camp tool to dig fire pits, bury waste, or trench drainage lines
Saw edge	E-Tool features a wood saw edge to cut or chop small branches and trees for kindling or fire building

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

Listing details are inconsistent: the stated full length is 18.25 inches while its folded length is 10 inches, but the listed dimensions are 12 x 9 x 3 inches and do not clarify their measurement context. Weight is listed as 1.5 pounds and separately stated as 24.5 ounces. The title claims a carry case, but the explicit included-components list names only the entrenching tool, so case inclusion is unconfirmed.

What’s in the box

Entrenching toolIncluded
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Who is it for?

A good fit for

Campers and hikers who want a folding shovel that can be packed in a bag or vehicle.
Buyers who may use pick or hoe positions and a saw edge for small branches as well as digging.

Less suited to

Buyers who need a long-handled shovel for extended digging or moving large amounts of material.
Buyers who require confirmed inclusion of a carry case without checking the selected listing.

SOG F08-N Folding Entrenching Shovel, 18.25-Inch · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 8,179 ratings

5 stars72%72%
4 stars17%17%
3 stars6%6%
2 stars2%2%
1 star3%3%

Customer feedback highlights portability, compact storage, foldability, and usefulness, with reports that it fits in hiking bags or cars. That aligns with the folding format described in the listing, although the listed dimensions conflict with the stated folded length. Durability feedback is mixed: some customers find it sturdy, while others report breakage within minutes, a meaningful concern for buyers expecting repeated or demanding digging.

Positive themes

Customers praise its portability, compact storage, foldability, and functionality.

Negative themes

Some customers report that it broke within the first few minutes of use.

Mixed feedback

Durability feedback ranges from sturdy impressions to reports of very early breakage.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the SOG F08-N?

The title and feature text state an 18.25-inch full length and a 10-inch folded length. The separate listed dimensions are 12 x 9 x 3 inches, so the listing does not make clear how those dimensions relate.

Can the blade be used as a pick or hoe?

The listing says the rotating spade blade can be adjusted to act as a pick or hoe.

Is a carry case included?

The title mentions a tactical shovel carry case, but the explicit included-components list names only the entrenching tool. Case inclusion is therefore unconfirmed.

What does customer feedback say about durability?

Feedback is mixed. Some customers describe the shovel as sturdy, while others report it breaking very quickly. The listing's construction claims should not be treated as confirmation of performance under every use.