{"product_id":"original-japanese-wwii-aluminum-canteen-in-canvas-carrier-with-model-b-wood-stopper-dated-1942","title":"Original Japanese WWII Aluminum Canteen in Canvas Carrier with Model B Wood Stopper - dated 1942","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Item: This is a nice totally original USGI bring back Japanese WWII aluminum canteen with original \"Model B\" wood stopper. This type of stopper replaced the earlier metal and cork version, and was made of a soft wood plug with a hardwood top. These are rarer to see, especially in nice intact condition with all the harness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe canteen is arsenal marked on the bottom under the strap, and\u003cspan\u003e is stamped with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e昭 \/ 十 \/ 七\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e , which reads \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eShowa Kyu Nana\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or the 17th year of Emperor Showa's reign, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1942\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The numerals are somewhat overlayed, so they can be hard to read.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe web harness is in good condition, with the expected fading and wear from being in long service. The leather strap that retains the canteen and stopper is somewhat worn and shrunken, but it is still solid with no cracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall a wonderful wartime issue canteen offered complete and dated! Ready to add to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31266465611845,"sku":"ON12054","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/products\/ON12054__01.jpg?v=1594924787","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-japanese-wwii-aluminum-canteen-in-canvas-carrier-with-model-b-wood-stopper-dated-1942","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}