Original M17 ammunitin chest in great condition, retaining most of its OD paint with a clear stenciled label and intact web strap. Exhibits minor wear, surface rust, and scratches.
The M17 ammunition chest is a World War II-era (adopted March 1942) steel container for .50 caliber machine gun ammunition, used by armored forces, often featuring a cotton web handle, a side-hinged lid, and lacks a watertight rubber gasket.