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G016266 M1915/17 CANTEEN.
(Feldflasche)BACKGROUND: The new pattern canteen for the German Army was first introduced in June of 1915. Production now turned to tin plated steel in order to save scarce aluminum that the M1907 canteen used. In 1916 there was yet another modification, in order to save on tin, the canteen would only be coated with it on the inside while the exterior was to be enamel coated.
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION: A .8 liter, tin-plated steel canteen, as introduced in 1915, with a tall neck and metal-capped cork stopper. A leather retaining strap is fixed to the top of the ribbed metal cap whose other end is sewn to the reverse of the neck strap. Neck strap is in good condition with the original buckle. Strap is attached to the back of the cover by a single button. Spring hook is complete. The spring hook allowed the canteen to be attached to a "D" ring on the belt or breadbag. The canteen's cover is made of brown wool and is fastened along one side by four metal press studs. Few small holes to the cover. Very nice example.
GRADE **** PRICE $195.00
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