Original U.S. WWII K-Ration Crate by the American Chicle Company - Dated May 1943 Czech Militaria The scabbard has the same

The scabbard has the same markings on the reverse

running to the edge

Most known examples have frames engraved with New York style foliate arabesque scrolls and the two-piece smooth walnut grips were varnished

This was the top of the line pre-World War 11 pursuit fighter

but a very dangerous business

Original U.S. WWII K-Ration Crate by the American Chicle Company - Dated May 1943 Czech Militaria The scabbard has the sameOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a good worn example of a rather rare wooden crate that would have contained 12 K Rations. The box is in wonderful condition and retains mostly legible stamping on the front and side. The box was manufactured by the American Chicle Company. The box measures approximately 12 x 22 x 7 and would make for a wonderful addition to any WWII G. I. collection! There is heavy cracking across the crate and some material