March 08, 2023

1. Merchandise
2. Antiques/Collectibles

box / crate, wood, vintage / antique, US Military, for M28 A2 HEAT 3-rocket ammunition, June 1952

$50.00

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Location: Sioux Falls, SD

United States Military collectible / vintage / antique / usable wooden ammunition open-top box / crate (militaria) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ • This item is also currently visible as an Ebay auction item. See my mostly positive feedback on Ebay, under user ID ”cc_and_dvl”: Ebay home page > Site map > Community > View a Member’s Feedback. • The box was for holding 3 M28A2 H.E.A.T. training rockets, as described on the side. . . .(see photos above) • The side also has a "comp B" (composition B) label, to identify the type of powder that was used in the rockets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see photos above) • The "CU 1.59" label at the bottom left side is believed to show the volumetric capacity of the box (1.59 cubic feet.), with the lid on it, which is not available for this box. . . . . . . . . . . . . .(see photos above) • The bottom of the box has the box manufacturer listed: Newman Construction Company, of La Grange, Georgia (i.e., La Grange, GA 30241). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(see photos above) • The bottom of the box also has the manufacture date listed: 6-52 (June, 1952)(1950s era). . .(see photos above) • The sides have a "S9 JNA" label, but it is not known what this means. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(see photos above) • The sides have a "Lot" label for the lot number, but it is blank on this box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see photos above) • The steel inward-folding hinges for the box cover are on the top, but the box cover is not included. . . . . . . . . . . . (see photos above) • Each hinge has 3 screw, or nail, holes for the top cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(see photos above) • Each hinge is attached to the side of the box with 3 screws. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(see photos above) • Each end (left side and right side) has a convenient, heavy duty rope handle, for carrying the box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see photos above) • The 4 vertical corner boards at each end would make the box stackable, because they are taller than the 4 lid hinges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see photos above) • The box is suitable for either indoor or outdoor use, as it is manufactured of durable materials. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(see photos above) • natural-wood colors (tans, or light browns) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(see photos above) • black identification stencil-style all-capitals lettering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (see photos above) • The box was assembled with nails at all 4 corners. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(see photos above) • The box measures 29 5/8 in. wide X 14 1/8 in. deep X 5 in. tall (outside dimensions) (i.e. wide and shallow). • The front and back sides are ¾ in. thick, while the ends (left side and right side) are each 1 1/8 in. thick. • Each of the 4 corners of the box have a 1-in.-thick reinforcement board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(see photos above) • The box weighs 13 lbs. (5.9 kg). • flat (non-gloss), bare-wood finish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(see photos above) • reason for selling: it was included with another antiques purchase, and is not needed to store those items. • an actual, authentic box, not a copy or reproduction • original price: unknown • It does not have a UPC code because it was not sold in modern retail stores. • Ebay product ID (ePID) (Ebay catalog ID, or stock keeping unit (SKU)): does not apply • Amazon Standard Identification Number (ASIN): does not apply (i.e., it is not a standard Amazon . com item) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ • condition: The box does not have its cover, or lid, even though the 4 hinges for it are attached to the sides. There is a 3/8-in.-wide gap between the 2 boards in the bottom side of the box. There is some deterioration of some of the wood panels, with cavities, cracks, knots, and splintering present. This could be called decay, but it is not weathered, because the wood surfaces are still relatively smooth. The 4 metal hinges have light corrosion and rust on them, but they still rotate freely. Some nails are not fully inserted, such that they are not flush with the wood surfaces. The nails and screws are rusted, but still secure. There is some loose debris on some of the wood. (see photos above) ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ • It ships from the United States (USA) (i.e., I am a domestic-based seller). • I offer multiple-item combined-for-discount shipping. • I recycle packaging, which helps the environment and reduces shipping costs. • As always, any questions you may have are always welcome, to ensure the best buying experience. ____________________________________________________________________________________________

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Date Posted	March 8, 2023
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