Original French WWI Model 1877 Canteen (2 Liter) - Bidon 20th Century as well as British proof

as well as British proof marks

The ones we found are somewhat greasy

the British Government turned to the Liège trade to supplement the manufacturing capabilities of their domestic gunmakers

these were really there and belonged to someone of considerable authority

Grip comprised of fluted Black hardwood

Original French WWI Model 1877 Canteen (2 Liter) - Bidon 20th Century as well as British proofOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an exceptional example of a canvas covered Model 1877 French 2 liter canteen, complete with original cork and carry straps. The Bidon is either a 2 liter or 1 liter canteen, covered with horizon blue or later khaki wool cloth. Both types had two spouts, a large and small, that were stopped with either wood or cork which was secured to the canteen itself with string. Often two bidons were worn; in the assault,