This crate was in service during the Vietnam War. A translation of the "instructions of use" posted on the interior of the crate will be included with your purchase. This crate is unique because it can be converted for other use. The crate has been retrofitted to house six 750ml. bottles or a humidor with two bottles and or glasses. All of the racks are adjustable & removable.
This piece can be utilized as an end table, night stand or coffee table, by adding our Furniture Legs. Furniture legs can also be removed for placement on a flat surface. Displaying the crate open allows the wine, books and/or collectables to be exhibited. All of the latches are in working order and can be additionally fortified. By removing the wine racks the crate can be used for concealing firearms, munitions and more.
ERA: 1955-1975
CONFLICT: Vietnam War
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: China
SPECS: The genuine Chinese Army crate housed depth charge bomb fuses to attack surface warships and submarines. It was intended to destroy a submarine by being dropped into the water and detonating, subjecting the target to a powerful and destructive hydraulic shock. This piece has the original green paint, paperwork & writing.
DIMENSIONS: 28"L x 8.5"H x 16"D (without legs)
HOLDS: Six 750ml bottles + more (humidor, glasses, spirits)
DIRECTION: Flat-lay
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. Dividers included. Hardware and contents NOT included.