USN Emergency ration for life rafts

USN Emergency ration for life rafts

Code: S17294

Dimensions:

W: 10cm (3.9")H: 3cm (1.2")D: 5cm (2")

SOLD

By Charms Co. of Bloomfield, New Jersey.  Gilt metal tin approximately 10 x 5 x 3cm. with a sardine can type opening 'key'.  The contents of the tin, visible on the lid, include sucrose-citric acid tablets, sucrose-lipid citric acid, sucrose-malted milk tablets, multivitamin tablets, chewing gum and a waterproof bag.  All provided to give basic sustenence aboard a life raft.  These were carried in the survival packs onboard USN boats and aircraft.  Very light surface wear/corrosion but in excellent overall condition.  Still sealed and complete with all contents and key.  Stock code S17294.