Pure physics! This bottle caddy has been repurposed from an authentic WWII .50 Caliber Crate. The name Abatis comes from a defensive obstacle formed by felled trees with sharpened branches facing the enemy. They balance perfectly with wine or spirit bottles from 750ml-1.75 liter. The hand rubbed finish preserves the original integrity of the piece. This makes the perfect gift for someone with limited counter space. The simplistic design will enhance any decor.
ERA:1941-1945
CONFLICT: WWII
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USA
SPECS: The T1IDR ammunition crates housed 120 cartridges, .50 caliber, armor piercing incendiary M8. with 10 rounds per carton, 6 cartons per can with a total of 2 cans. The crates weight was approx. 42 lbs. during its service period. This bullet was widely used with the Browning M2 Machine Gun. Lot numbers are given to each crate.
LOT D.M. identifies the crate manufactured in Des Moines Ordnance Plant-Ankeny, Iowa.
LOT L.C. identifies the crate manufactured in Lake City Army Ammunition Plant-Independence, Missouri
DIMENSIONS: 9" x 7.5"
MATERIAL: Wood
HOLDS: One 750ml- 1.75 liter bottle
HANGING DIRECTION: Flat surface
WEIGHT: 1 lbs.
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. Spirits not included