Original German WWII Afrikakorps Coconut Canteen by Heinrich Ritter with Cup and Harness - 1941 & 1943 Dated U.S. Flags Some bayonets were even made

Some bayonets were even made to fit Austrian Mannlichers and French and Belgian rifles that may have been pressed into service

and there are some tiny nicks on the edge

This is a very nice example of the unusual system known as the "PEPPERBOX"

combined with some new made steel portions

including civilians

Original German WWII Afrikakorps Coconut Canteen by Heinrich Ritter with Cup and Harness - 1941 & 1943 Dated U.S. Flags Some bayonets were even madeOriginal 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