Original U.S. WWII K-Ration Crate by the American Chicle Company - Dated May 1943 Czech Militaria Most known examples have frames

Most known examples have frames engraved with New York style foliate arabesque scrolls and the two-piece smooth walnut grips were varnished

The scabbard has the same markings on the reverse

but a very dangerous business

38 cal bullet mold in one of the inlets

Original U.S. WWII K-Ration Crate by the American Chicle Company - Dated May 1943 Czech Militaria Most known examples have framesOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a good worn example of a rather rare wooden crate that would have contained 12 K Rations. The box is in wonderful condition and retains mostly legible stamping on the front and side. The box was manufactured by the American Chicle Company. The box measures approximately 12 x 22 x 7 and would make for a wonderful addition to any WWII G. I. collection! There is heavy cracking across the crate and some material