USGI M1917A1 / M1919 .30 Caliber Wooden Ammunition Chest - WWII Era - United States
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Authentic World War II U.S. Military wooden ammunition chest designed for 250-round cloth-belted .30 caliber ammunition. Manufactured to U.S. Army Ordnance specifications, this chest features solid wooden construction with finger-jointed corners, heavy-duty cast metal top hinges, a spring-loaded latch assembly, and a top-mounted canvas webbing carry handle. The exterior end retains crisp original stenciling displaying drawing number CHEST 49-1-84, while the interior bottom displays factory-stenciled arrows indicating belt loading and feed direction. Built for use with classic U.S. machine gun mounts and tripods, this historical ordnance accessory is a prime addition for collectors of WWII USGI field equipment, militaria, and M1917 or M1919 displays.
Specifications:
- Maker: U.S. Government Contractor
- Model/Type: Ammunition Chest, Wooden (Drawing No. 49-1-84)
- Caliber: .30 Caliber (.30-06 Springfield cloth belts)
- Size: Standard 250-Round Belt Chest
- Era: World War II / Pre-WWII
- Country: United States
- Markings: CHEST 49-1-84 (end stencil); A8792A (hinge casting); C46089 (latch assembly); Directional arrows (interior floor stencil)
- Included Items: Wooden ammo chest with original webbing handle and hardware
History:
The CHEST 49-1-84 wooden ammunition box was standardized by U.S. Army Ordnance during the interwar period and saw extensive service throughout World War II. Designed primarily to hold and feed 250-round cloth belts for the water-cooled M1917A1 and air-cooled M1919 series .30 caliber Browning machine guns, these chests attached directly to weapon tripods or were positioned beside gun positions to ensure reliable feeding during sustained fire operations.
Condition:
Original WWII military surplus condition. Displays natural age-appropriate wear, minor wood distressing, and oxidation on hardware while retaining original olive drab paint, functional latch and hinge mechanisms, and clear exterior and interior stenciling. Please inspect high-resolution photographs closely for exact physical condition.
Compliance:
Standard non-firearm, non-NFA military surplus item. No FFL or special licenses required for purchase. Ships directly to buyer. Payment accepted via major methods including PayPal Friends & Family (available on non-firearm/non-ammunition items).
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