#412 • Military Metal Jerry Cans and Utility Cans

Part of Vintage Tractors, Shop Equipment, Classic Car, Tools & Collectibles Auction ONLINE ONLY AUCTION (timed auction by GP Auctions)

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Status: Available

Bidding closes Dec 3, 2026 9:17 PM EST

Category: Antiques Primitives and Collectibles

Collection of seven olive drab metal utility containers, including two full-size fuel jerry cans with three-bar carry handles and embossed side panels, one rectangular utility can with a threaded cap, one cylindrical utility can, and three small pocket-sized cleaner cans. Markings on the jerry cans include embossed "US" and "G" designations, "POISON", and a threaded cast metal adapter collar fitting. The rectangular can is marked in part "POISON Do Not Use As Food Container", "GRAPHITED, LIGHT", and "HOLLINGSHEAD CORP." The three 2-ounce cans are marked "2 OUNCE CLEANER, RIFLE BORE (CR) SPEC. JAN-C-372 STOCK NO. 51-C-1313-392 CONT. DA-28-024- ORD-2217 (52) RENUZIT HOME PROD. CO. PHILA., PA. BATCH 16". Visible surface rust, finish loss, scuffs, scratches, and edge wear are present across the bodies, seams, handles, and caps. Sold for collectible or display purposes only; not represented as suitable for operational or safety use.