Original British MK VII Water Bottle WW2 9th series adding to the cartridge's authenticity

adding to the cartridge's authenticity and value as a collectible

The book was first published in 1933

these shell casings are often collected as historical artifacts

historical context

showcasing the ingenuity and adaptation of German artillery technology during World War I

Original British MK VII Water Bottle WW2 9th series adding to the cartridge's authenticityThe MK VII water bottle came into use with the British Army in late 1939 and saw use with the BEF in 1940 and carried on in service throughout WW2 and into the 1950s. This example is complete with its webbing cradle, often referred to as 'skeleton' pattern which has had a coat of early war 'pea green' blanch.