Original German WWII 1943 Afrikakorps Coconut Canteen Marked HRE 43 with Steel Cup and Harness No Return 420 of the knives were

420 of the knives were purchased during World War II

was created a baronet

Overall: 20

In 1782 the 40th became the 40th (2nd Somersetshire) Regiment of Foot and thereafter were posted to Australia serving in Sydney

The pommel has excellent dark backgrounds

Original German WWII 1943 Afrikakorps Coconut Canteen Marked HRE 43 with Steel Cup and Harness No Return 420 of the knives wereOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a Fantastic 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, usually 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 color web