WW2 British, Mess Tins, Tinned Steel, 1942, with Storage Bag.

The British Army, on introduction of the 37 Pattern Kit, decided to replace the older D-shaped mess tin for something more suitable to modern warfare. They adopted a rectangular pair of nesting aluminium tins with a folding steel handle. These proved to be lighter and more hygienic than the older model, however, these were quickly withdrawn to use the aluminium for aircraft production.
Several changes to the basic design took place, rounding the corners, reducing the depth, adding reinforcement crimps to the top edge, adding a reinforcement groove along the long edge of the side, and finally moving away from aluminium to tinned steel.
This pair of tins were manufactured in 1942, however, heavy tinning to the body of the pan has obliterated the manufactures name. As is standard the steel handles are attached to the main body by rivets and the pair come with an also un-issued buff/white cotton, draw string, storage bag.
Perfect for those who wish to display an un-issued kit layout, priced to reflect the condition and rarity of this much sought-after piece of British kit.

Code: 102