Original German WWII Afrikakorps Coconut Canteen With Bakelite Cup by Heinrich Ritter and Harness - 1941 Dated French Gun Magazines advanced on the west of

advanced on the west of the Moselle River

Helmet is of the later front seam

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The weaker nickel alloy used in early models (later ones used steel) is unfortunately prone to denting

Each Area had an Area Headquarters with a paid Director and staff

Original German WWII Afrikakorps Coconut Canteen With Bakelite Cup by Heinrich Ritter and Harness - 1941 Dated French Gun Magazines advanced on the west ofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice original German Deutsches Afrikakorps (DAK) laminated wood canteen (Tropen Feldflasche), often referred to as the "coconut" canteen, due to its unusual appearance. These are constructed of pressed laminated wood over an aluminum body, sometimes secured by rayon straps. The compressed wood laminate is in very good condition, with no major cracks or defects. Comes complete with the original DAK