Original U.S. WWII K-Ration Crate by the American Chicle Company - Dated May 1943 Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts The etched simulated temper line

The etched simulated temper line (hamon) can no longer be seen in the light

Included is a correct ribbon bar pin and ribbon

Peggy Moffitt

On the ricasso there is the name of the retailer

A great partially filled kit

Original U.S. WWII K-Ration Crate by the American Chicle Company - Dated May 1943 Francotte-Martini Rifles & Parts The etched simulated temper lineOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a good worn example of a rather rare wooden crate that would have contained 12 K Rations. The box is in wonderful condition and retains mostly legible stamping on the front and side. The box was manufactured by the American Chicle Company. The box measures approximately 12 x 22 x 7 and would make for a wonderful addition to any WWII G. I. collection! There is heavy cracking across the crate and some material