{"product_id":"original-world-war-ii-u-s-army-mess-kit-set","title":"Original World War II U.S. Army mess kit set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal World War II U.S. Army mess kit set, complete with both matching aluminum halves, folding handle, and period utensils. The kit is maker-marked “U.S. J.Q.M.D. Co. 1945” on the handle, dating it to the final year of WWII production.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis classic oval mess kit retains its correct two-piece construction, with the top pan and deeper bottom section fitting together as intended. Included are a matching fork and knife, both of the correct wartime pattern, showing light wear consistent with service use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition is solid and untouched, with honest field wear throughout—surface scratches, minor staining, and oxidation to the steel components. The handle remains functional and securely attached, and the set displays a nice, even patina from age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA complete and original late-war U.S. mess kit setup, ideal for collectors, displays, or pairing with a WWII field gear impression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MidTennMilitaria ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48868111941884,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/5541\/2732\/files\/A533C96D-C1ED-4BE4-BBCD-B6FCA77F4643.jpg?v=1773895697","url":"https:\/\/midtennmilitaria.com\/products\/original-world-war-ii-u-s-army-mess-kit-set","provider":"MidTennMilitaria ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}