Original U.S. WWII Experimental Ethocel Plastic Canteen by Mack Molding Co. - Dated 1943 MG 34 Bolt & Barrel Assembly various night fighters and bomber

various night fighters and bomber aircraft

though it definitely is worn and degraded from use and age

unissued condition dated 1967

A very nice complete example that comes ready to display

Bofors 40 mm Automatic Gun L/60

Original U.S. WWII Experimental Ethocel Plastic Canteen by Mack Molding Co. - Dated 1943 MG 34 Bolt & Barrel Assembly various night fighters and bomberOriginal 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. This is an excellent rare example of an experimental Ethylcellulose Canteen. The canteen is marked on the bottom with U. S. 1943 and a small maker logo that reads MACK MOLDING CO. These canteens are very