Original World War Two Era American Canteen, Black Enamel American The wrist cuffs are usually

The wrist cuffs are usually sewn in between the jacket and liner

Walgrave and Marton

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pattern 15 July 1944

Part of our Made in England range

Original World War Two Era American Canteen, Black Enamel American The wrist cuffs are usuallyAn original American Army canteen. This is the black enamel variant. This type of construction was introduced in 1942 due to the shortage of aluminium, when other materials were tested for canteens. The enamelled canteens were made from low grade steel, with the enamel added to aid longevity. However, it was found to be unsatisfactory as if dropped, the enamel flaked away and sometimes, into the drinking water. The low grade steel was then very prone