Description: WORLD WAR II1942 1944OFFICERS MESS KIT / TRUNK CHESTThe top of the trunk has a metal tag that reads:STOCK NO.63-C-593 SPEC. FILE NO.235 NO.W12-036 QM 165J.Q.M. DEPOT MAY 4 1942WHEARY INCORPORATED INCLUDES CHEST W/ ORIGINAL PAPER SLIP THAT HAS EVERYTHING THAT ORIGINALLY CAME WITH8 CUPS8 PLATES8 SOUP BOWLS1 PLATTER THAT HAS A BEND ON THE EDGE2 SALT SHAKERS2 PEPPER SHAKERS2 VEGTABLE DISHES1 COFFEE POT1 SUGAR BOWL LID1 CORKSCREW /OPENER WITH COROSION 3 SERVING SPOONS MARKED US WALLCO STAINLESS7 BUTTERKNIVES MARKED USN ONEIDA STAINLESS8 SPOONS MARKED USN SILCO STAINLESS8 FORKES MARKED US SILCO (HEAVIER METAL)2 small canvas bags that hold shakers and opener EXTRA PIECES THAT I FOUND IT1 BUTTERKNIFE MARKED WITTENBERG1 SPOON MARKED STAINLESS USA" " : STAINLESS1 SPOON MARKED STAINLESS USA The interior of the trunk is divided into four parts. The storage unit has one hinged wood door compartment with a leather pull and small latch. There is another compartment that has a snug fitting removable door. The removable door has 2 finger holes to aid in removal. The top also has another storage component that is latched by a leather strap that has worn apart. Once undone, the wooden storage box comes done and opens by metal hinges to multiple storage compartments that would have store flatware and such.This is a rare and authentic WW2 Era Military Collectible Enameled Dishes Officer's Mess Kit from 1942. It is a perfect addition to any Militaria collection. The kit was manufactured in the United States by Wheary incorporated and is a true piece of history. Dated May 4 1942.The set includes enameled dishes, perfect for use in the field or at the officer's mess. The kit is ideal for collectors of personal, field gear, and is a must-have for any Militaria enthusiast. Add this unique piece to your collection today! All contents are in good condition with slight staining on outside here and there expected for age. Please let me know if you have any questions. since i am limited on only 24 pictures I tried to include all with detail.The chest itself must have been stored in barn as you can see photos. leather handles mostly gone and metal has rust but box itself is still sturdy made with wood but the substance that covered wood it mostly worn away. but it still holds all contents with no danger of being damaged.I absolutely love the fact that has original paper list of contents worn apart from age. I don't have picture but i also found a piece of candy wrapper for Curtis Assorted fruit drops 1940s which must have been popular candy of the day which reminds me of life savers. Just something a little extra.
Price: 575 USD
Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
End Time: 2025-02-10T22:00:43.000Z
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Theme: Militaria
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
