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MODEL 1917 MOUNTED CANTEEN – COVER AND STRAP
MARKED AND DATED “JQMD 1935” – VERY NICE COMPLETE
SPECIMEN IN EXCELLENT CONDITION: This is an
excellent example of the Model 1917 Mounted Canteen
which was manufactured at the Jeffersonville
Quartermaster Depot.
The cover bears a legible “US” on the front of the
cover. The reverse of the cover is stenciled “J.Q.M.D.”
and dated “1935”. The tip of the leather carrying strap
is also stamped with the same “J.Q.M.D.” and “1935”.
Not only does this make for a nice matching set, but it
is also proof of how late into the 20TH
Century this model of canteen was being made to supply
the remaining horse cavalry units. These covers and
straps bearing these late dates must have been made in
limited numbers as they are not common.
The cover shows virtually no evidence of having been
issued and used in the field. There is none of the wear
or damage to the cover that is normally seen, the
webbing is bright and clean, and the felt interior
lining is complete with no wear or mothing. All of the
seams are intact and the canvas is still strong. The
lift the dot snaps are both complete, function well and
show no signs of tearing around the snaps as is often
the case. In addition to the “J.Q.M.D.”, the cover is
also stenciled with “2721”, likely a unit inventory
control number.
The canteen retains its form, all the seams are intact,
there are no unsightly dents, and the cap is intact with
the original cork liner and retention chain. Both the
canteen and cup bear matching maker stamps
“U.S.-1918-B.A.CO.”. The cup is in full form with no
signs of damage or wear, and the handle functions
properly.
The original leather suspension strap, full length and
complete with all the hardware, is in like new
condition, retaining a smooth surface to the leather
with no crazing or flaking and is still very supple with
a bright russet color.
Overall an exceptional set, this Model 1917 Mounted
Canteen would be difficult to improve upon and it has
the added value of the matching Quartermaster Depot
stamps. (0901) $175
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