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Technical Details
- Folds for Compact Storage
- Solid Steel Construction
- Easy Grip Handle
- Lightweight, ideal for outdoor excursions
- Comes with Handy Storage Pouch
Product Specifications
| Product Information | |
| Brand: | AA Car Essentials |
| Manufacturer Part Number: | 5060114612730 |
| Sizing and Specifications | |
| Item Weight: | 600 grams |
| Item Height: | 25 centimetres |
| Item Lenght: | 10 centimetres |
| Item Width: | 25 centimetres |
Product Description
Product Description
The AA's Emergency Snow Shovel is a must have for any vehicle. Ideal for use in adverse weather conditions this folable snow shovel is lightweight and compact and comes with a handy pouch so you can easily store in the boot of your car. The AA Emergency Snow Shovel has an easy grip handle and a solid steel blade. Also ideal for outdoor excursions.
Product Description
The AA's Emergency Snow Shovel is a must have for any vehicle. Ideal for use in adverse weather conditions this folable snow shovel is lightweight and compact and comes with a handy pouch so you can easily store in the boot of your car. The AA Emergency Snow Shovel has an easy grip handle and a solid steel blade. Also ideal for outdoor excursions.
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35 of 35 people found the following review helpful
Shovel:
Very compact, neat design, and lightweight but sturdy.
The shovel which came more closely resembled the Draper design than the photograph, with a collar which you tighten at the blade end of the handle to make the shovel rigid after unfolding. The design also allows you to set the blade at right-angles to the handle so that you can use it as a pick. The blade also has one serrated edge.
It seems sturdy and suitable for use i.e. to clear small areas of ice and snow around the wheels to get your car going. Those wishing to dig large areas of snow should look elsewhere; this is a small implement (approx 48 cm long unfolded, with a 11 cm wide blade) and you'll have to bend down somewhat to use it.
The Kit:
What I actually received (Dec 2010) was an AA Winter Car Kit - not just the shovel. I don't know if this is normal, or whether this was shipped as the result of lack of stock.
The kit contains: Folding shovel, dynamo 3-led torch, High Visibility jacket, Emergency reflective blanket, and carrying case (approx 22cm x 22cm x 6cm).
So, it's pretty good value if this is the normal deal. Just add your own Mars bar.
Kit Minus points:-
The instructions are on the cardboard sleeve which will probably be discarded on first opening the kit. Also, the instructions don't describe how to make the shovel rigid by tightening the collar, which might confuse some people. These are small points, hence 5 stars.
Summary: Very good compact emergency kit - probably small enough to have in the car all year round.
Very compact, neat design, and lightweight but sturdy.
The shovel which came more closely resembled the Draper design than the photograph, with a collar which you tighten at the blade end of the handle to make the shovel rigid after unfolding. The design also allows you to set the blade at right-angles to the handle so that you can use it as a pick. The blade also has one serrated edge.
It seems sturdy and suitable for use i.e. to clear small areas of ice and snow around the wheels to get your car going. Those wishing to dig large areas of snow should look elsewhere; this is a small implement (approx 48 cm long unfolded, with a 11 cm wide blade) and you'll have to bend down somewhat to use it.
The Kit:
What I actually received (Dec 2010) was an AA Winter Car Kit - not just the shovel. I don't know if this is normal, or whether this was shipped as the result of lack of stock.
The kit contains: Folding shovel, dynamo 3-led torch, High Visibility jacket, Emergency reflective blanket, and carrying case (approx 22cm x 22cm x 6cm).
So, it's pretty good value if this is the normal deal. Just add your own Mars bar.
Kit Minus points:-
The instructions are on the cardboard sleeve which will probably be discarded on first opening the kit. Also, the instructions don't describe how to make the shovel rigid by tightening the collar, which might confuse some people. These are small points, hence 5 stars.
Summary: Very good compact emergency kit - probably small enough to have in the car all year round.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
I was tempted to buy a compact shovel when I saw an all-plastic model in a shop for about £15, thinking the price was reasonable and it would be handy. I decided instead to have a look on-line and saw this model.
It has a steel blade, is very light and easy to assemble. The base of the blade has a pair of notched discs, so you can set the angle of the blade. Twist the handle of the shovel and it pushes against this disc to lock it into position. The handle also folds so when packed away it is no larger than the blade, and comes in a small bag.
Back-breaking work if you did have to dig a car out, because it is quite short, but better than having nothing to use and it fits into a very small space where a full-sized shovel might be too large to store (the smaller sporty cars, for example).
It arrived the day after I ordered it -and with a very nice Christmas chocolate too! Although I can't imagine that would be guaranteed to be in every order.
It has a steel blade, is very light and easy to assemble. The base of the blade has a pair of notched discs, so you can set the angle of the blade. Twist the handle of the shovel and it pushes against this disc to lock it into position. The handle also folds so when packed away it is no larger than the blade, and comes in a small bag.
Back-breaking work if you did have to dig a car out, because it is quite short, but better than having nothing to use and it fits into a very small space where a full-sized shovel might be too large to store (the smaller sporty cars, for example).
It arrived the day after I ordered it -and with a very nice Christmas chocolate too! Although I can't imagine that would be guaranteed to be in every order.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
This AA 'snow' shovel is very similar and almost identical to a Gerber Entrenching Tool.
For the price offered on Amazon UK, i ended up getting 2 of these.
Bought them not only for winter use, but for light duty shovelling for camping, hiking, gardening and as an emergency shovel .
Handle made of tough light weight nylon plastic, shovel blade is coated steel (not sure what type). The connecting rod between handle and steel blade is a rectangular piece of hollow aluminium. Beefy nuts and bolts keep the different parts in one connected piece.
After doing some research, the main noticeable difference between this and the other shovel I mentioned above is the thickness of the aluminium rectangular tube that connects the blade and the handle. The AA shovel's is thinner.
I have no idea if this blade is of the same quality and hardness as the Gerber. But for the price offered here on Amazon, I am not bothered!
The two pivot connection platelets at the center of the shovel blade are WELDED on, as opposed to being riveted as in many other foldable shovels sold here and online. This welded connection is something that's also found on the Gerber E-tool.
My guess is the shovels blades that are found on the AA shovel and the Gerbers come from the same factory. The only difference could be that the heat treatment for these might be done differently and maybe in different countries?
When folded, there's alot of free play at the shovel blade side (at the connection to the aluminium rod). I might add in some plastic shims/washers to remove the rattle/freeplay.
Overall an excellent buy.
Visually A Very High Quality Product.
For the price offered on Amazon UK, i ended up getting 2 of these.
Bought them not only for winter use, but for light duty shovelling for camping, hiking, gardening and as an emergency shovel .
Handle made of tough light weight nylon plastic, shovel blade is coated steel (not sure what type). The connecting rod between handle and steel blade is a rectangular piece of hollow aluminium. Beefy nuts and bolts keep the different parts in one connected piece.
After doing some research, the main noticeable difference between this and the other shovel I mentioned above is the thickness of the aluminium rectangular tube that connects the blade and the handle. The AA shovel's is thinner.
I have no idea if this blade is of the same quality and hardness as the Gerber. But for the price offered here on Amazon, I am not bothered!
The two pivot connection platelets at the center of the shovel blade are WELDED on, as opposed to being riveted as in many other foldable shovels sold here and online. This welded connection is something that's also found on the Gerber E-tool.
My guess is the shovels blades that are found on the AA shovel and the Gerbers come from the same factory. The only difference could be that the heat treatment for these might be done differently and maybe in different countries?
When folded, there's alot of free play at the shovel blade side (at the connection to the aluminium rod). I might add in some plastic shims/washers to remove the rattle/freeplay.
Overall an excellent buy.
Visually A Very High Quality Product.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
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Published 2 months ago by suilven123
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Published 2 months ago by Mr. Richard H. North
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Returned it back as did not lock properly in place and the locking handle was too tight and difficult to lock and unlock. Maybe mine was a faulty one.
Published 2 months ago by HG
great service and product
brilliant product, was as described , quick efficient service, no complaints at all :) will definately use again!! thank you
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Published 3 months ago by Craftijudi
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I was afraid to receive a light plastic toy like shovel but was surprised with the quality of this product! Read more
Published 3 months ago by Al Hogan
Very pleased
When I first opened the box after receiving it in the mail and pulled it out I was very impressed. It's a beauty.
Published 3 months ago by JT
snow shovel
this product is really handy to have in your as you never know when you may be stuck in snow very good quality would recommend this
Published 3 months ago by Mrs. Joyce Cook
Very impressed!
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Published 3 months ago by Helly
Hope I don't need it.
After last year's winter I decided this was a "must-have" and bought some as presents and one for myself. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Marge
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