U.S. - USMC canteen cover & Bakelike gripped mess knife

[1stSSLSSAHTexas]

Are these both original and good pieces? Just a honest and curious question Also any knowledge you behold on either item please share!

[rob214]

All original!

[MAP]

Did someone re-solder the seam of the canteen? Can't tell clearly from the picture.

I had two like this as a kid. Filled them with water and put them in the freezer before a hike. Pop!! Oh how I regret that day

Regards,

Michael

[SHINDENKAI]

I don't think is re-solder at all. All original stitchings.

There are two minor difference of this "Rabbit Ear" covers. There is either a hole or no hole underneath. I have both examples.

Very nice items.

Cheers!
Taka

[MAP]

I don't think is re-solder at all. All original stitchings.

There are two minor difference of this "Rabbit Ear" covers. There is either a hole or no hole underneath. I have both examples.

Very nice items.

Cheers!
Taka

Thanks Taka-san,

Maybe I missunderstood you, but I was talking about the canteen itself. Not the cover. If original, the soldering on the seam looks a bit sloppy. Could be my ignorance..........

[MAP]

Taka-san,

wait, now your back in Canada?? . You sure do get around!

Michael

[SHINDENKAI]

Hi Michael-san,

Yes, I'm in Canada now, will be staying here for good.

Sometimes the canteens were poorly welded, still an un-messed original piece.

Cheers!
Taka

[MAP]

Yes, I'm in Canada now, will be staying here for good.

Sometimes the canteens were poorly welded, still an un-messed original piece.

Cheers!
Taka

Thanks! And welcome back to this side of the pond!

Michael

[1stSSLSSAHTexas]

I don't think is re-solder at all. All original stitchings.

There are two minor difference of this "Rabbit Ear" covers. There is either a hole or no hole underneath. I have both examples.

Very nice items.

Cheers!
Taka

Yes, this cover is without hole on bottom!

[1stSSLSSAHTexas]

How common were the bakelite handled mess kit knives? Never really seen them before.