The piece is in an GOOD, USED CONDITION- Applied Graphic Design Relief is present and detailed.Insignia/ Nomenclature remains in a Good State and has been utilised. Signs of Wear evident due to handling. Structural integrity of the box / tin is in good order. All fittings and closure fixtures are present and appear functional. Manufacturer markings evident as stampings. Surface finish will contain elements of rust and age-related wear. Carry handle and closure lid remain complete.
ITEM HAS BEEN SUBJECT TO HANDLING/ EXPOSURE TO VARIED COMBAT CONDITIONS
PIECE IS SECOND-HAND & HAS BEEN HEAVILY UTILISED FOR OFFENSIVE ACTION.
SOLD AS IS - NO RETURNS
FOR DISPLAY PURPOSES ONLY- NOT FOR USAGE
ITEM IS OVER 75 YEARS OLD & IS A MILITARY RELIC.
** ONE BID IS FOR ONE ONLY !! **
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ORIGIN : United States Armed Forces
COMPOSITION : Steel / Metallic Alloy
YEAR: 1943 / 1944
ISSUE: World War 2 / Korean War
TYPE: Box Ammunition .30 Calibre , M1 Browning
CAPACITY: 250 Rounds , Belted. Armour Piercing (AP).
DIMENSIONS: 32cm x 22cm
MANUFACTURER: CANCO / REEVES . USA.
TOTAL: 1 x Pcs.
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An EXCELLENT example of World War 2 , 1940s U.S. Army M1 Browning .30 Calibre Machine Gun Steel Ammunition Tin. This piece appears to be in a VF/F state , with detailed Relief on obverse and reverse. All insignia/ nomenclature present.Appropriate Evidence of handling/ age-related wear is visible on surface. Structural integrity of container is in good order. Some degree of surface wear / rust will be evident due to age and general handling. Original Olive Drab Camouflage paint is present with stenciled information applied. Manufacturer Stamp & U.S. Ordnance 'Flaming Grenade' acceptance mark is visible.
Collapsible carry-handle is complete, with additional hinges for suspension on Mounted M1 Machine Guns. Closure fixture system is intact and functions when engaged- locking mechanism securely. Item is marked for 250 Rounds of Belted Armmunition ( Armour Piercing). A piece such as this - would have been utilised by U.S. Forces in the Second World War & Korean War respectively .
The ideal addition to any Second World War/ Korean Conflict Era kit collection or display- for the enthusiast seeking a unique period piece for their assortment.
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