Original U.S. WWII Rare M1942 Black Porcelain Enamel Canteen and Cup in “Funnel” Carrier - dated 1942 MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly The bottom of the pole

The bottom of the pole is threaded

HORNET (CV-12)

The lock plate is marked by the maker:

The body of the drum can be found the painted artist's signature of "A

Original U.S. WWII Rare M1942 Black Porcelain Enamel Canteen and Cup in “Funnel” Carrier - dated 1942 MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly The bottom of the poleOriginal 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