These original Vietnam War ammunition crates housed 2 cartridges of 105mm shells. This Howitzer crate can accommodate six 750ml bottles. It is designed to lay on a stable surface with bottles laying flat.
The original hasp and latch has been left on allowing this cabinet to be locked. This design allows for the display aged wines and other spirits in a timeless fashion. Legs can be added to turn this item into a coffee table or end table.
ERA: 1955-1975
CONFLICT: Vietnam War
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USA
SPECS: The ammunition crate housed 2 cartridges of 105mm shells with a Point Detonating M-557 fuze that was used with the Howitzer Cannon, M2A1, M2A2 & M40. The crate weighed approx. 111 lbs. during its service period.
DIMENSIONS: 36.5” H x 12” W x 7.5” D (5”D inside)
MATERIAL: Wood and metal hasp
DISPLAY: Flat lay
HOLDS: Wine & liquor
WEIGHT: 23 lbs. empty
Note: We can not guarantee the writing will be in tact on all crates. We do our best to preserve the writing but it can not always be salvaged. Wall mount hardware and contents NOT included. We strongly suggest mounting on wall studs.