Z4930 US Model 1874 Type III Mess Kit Meat Can

Description: Nice Indian War period meat can or mess kit known as the M1874 type 3. This one is in nice shape considering the age and has a few small service dents here and there. The inside is clean showing use and there are large letters "AP" scratched into the bottom. The locking bar is marked "US" near the end.

Measures: 6.5" x 9.5"

Reference: "Uniforms, Arms, and Equipment" McChrisitan Vol. 2 Pg. 228

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