Original U.S. WWII Rare M1942 Black Porcelain Enamel Canteen and Cup in “Funnel” Carrier - dated 1942 MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly while later ones were marked

while later ones were marked K43 or double marked with both

The bottom of the pole is threaded

returned to the Guard as a captain commanding the Elizabeth company

69" - now smooth bore

The top cover had the central fuse removed

Original U.S. WWII Rare M1942 Black Porcelain Enamel Canteen and Cup in “Funnel” Carrier - dated 1942 MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly while later ones were markedOriginal Item: Only One Available. Early in World War II, aluminum was urgently needed for aircraft. Therefore, in 1942 stainless steel canteens were substituted for aluminum and alternative materials were investigated, such as plastic for canteens. Another idea for conserving the most valuable metals was to use a lower quality metal with a porcelain enameled coating. The result was this, the M1942 Black Porcelain Enamel Canteen. Unfortunately this