Shovel holster?

[AirmetTango]

I am thinking about trying one of these
https://www.metaldetectingnwga.com/hipclip.html#Bot

This is what I've been using for the last 4 years with my Sampson T-handle shovel. They're very well made, durable, convenient, easy to install, and low profile once attached to the shovel, and they'll work with many different shovel brands. The simple design means it's easily adaptable - I've hooked the shovel to my regular pants belt, beltless waist band of my pants, a pant pocket, my molle tactical belt, you name it! My favorite feature of the Hip Clip is that you can easily adjust the "ride height" to suit your tastes or situation. I have mine attached to the shovel so that the handle rides several inches above the belt line - it eliminates the problem of the shovel swinging while I walk and turning into a shin or calf buster, which was a major problem with the Shovel Holster I was using previously (very similar in design to the Ready Shovel). You can also adjust the clip so that the shovel comfortably hangs from a backpack. Best of all, they're made by active forum member @Rattlehead, so you'd be supporting a member!

 

[J hoss]

Thanks everyone for all your suggestions and advice. I just ordered a Nokta shovel with a collapsible handle and I’m going to order a hip clip, hopefully this will work for me! Happy Hunting Everyone and God Bless

 

[Rattlehead]

This is what I've been using for the last 4 years with my Sampson T-handle shovel. They're very well made, durable, convenient, easy to install, and low profile once attached to the shovel, and they'll work with many different shovel brands. The simple design means it's easily adaptable - I've hooked the shovel to my regular pants belt, beltless waist band of my pants, a pant pocket, my molle tactical belt, you name it! My favorite feature of the Hip Clip is that you can easily adjust the "ride height" to suit your tastes or situation. I have mine attached to the shovel so that the handle rides several inches above the belt line - it eliminates the problem of the shovel swinging while I walk and turning into a shin or calf buster, which was a major problem with the Shovel Holster I was using previously (very similar in design to the Ready Shovel). You can also adjust the clip so that the shovel comfortably hangs from a backpack. Best of all, they're made by active forum member @Rattlehead, so you'd be supporting a member!

Thanks man! Glad to hear it’s still working well for ya.

 

[Silversmith45]

About ten years ago I tried to thiink of a way to carry my shovels. I have both a 31" and a 18". I tried carrying them by the handle and they constantly banged against my leg. Finally came up with a simple solution that is cheap to make, using a couple of angle brackets and some scrap leather. It works with either leangth and isn't very visible. I have talked to park workers and police officers while wearing it and they have never said anything.,