Original U.S. WWII Browning M1917A1 .30 Caliber Wooden Ammunition Box with Web Handle 81mm Mortar possibly to hounds

possibly to hounds

which means in German “alter Art” (old type)

This is an original second pattern canvas bag with dual lift-the-dot snap-buttons

which are still fully visible

bullion trumpet with sequin highlights

Original U.S. WWII Browning M1917A1 .30 Caliber Wooden Ammunition Box with Web Handle 81mm Mortar possibly to houndsOriginal Item: Only One Available. When the . 30 Cal. M1917 Browning machine gun was developed for the U. S. military during World War I, the ammunition was packed in wooden boxes suitable for direct feeding of the gun. Wooden packing crates were used for bulk shipping of ammunition. The design was simple and robust, and these boxes continued to be used during WWII as well. Key construction for the wood . 30 caliber ammo boxes consisted of oak or ash