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US Army World War II Reeves Metal .30 Caliber Ammunition Box

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Manufactured in the early years of the American involvement in World War II, this green, stamped metal ammunition box was manufactured by Reeves to carry linked rounds for the M1917/M1919 Browning machine gun. Measuring 10 ¾” x 7” (with the handle down) x 3 ¼”, the substantial box is marked on the two long sides: Cal. .30 MI Ammunition Box; on one end it is marked Reeves, US with the flaming ordnance bomb logo. The box is heavy, weighing 3 lbs. 4 oz. I can’t imagine how much this weighed when it was full of ammunition! The box has its original Army green paint; there are a few very light rust spots on the bottom which could probably be removed with oil or naval jelly (but no rust holes in it) and other discoloration and scratches and dings, which are expected from something that was used in warfare. But it is very sturdy and air tight and would be great to store small items in or repurpose it for a first aid box.

This would be a wonderful addition to your military collection. Please contact us if you have any questions.

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Item id: LIVE-MIL-ammobx
Item type: Vintage