Bidspirit auction | A Vintage Red Painted Steel

A Vintage Red Painted Steel Jerry Can and Galvanised Steel Bucket - A vintage red painted steel jerry can and galvanised steel bucket, comprising a standard 20-litre capacity fuel container and a utilitarian vessel. The jerry can features a classic mid-20th century military pattern with a triple-bar handle and recessed 'X' reinforcing indentations to the side panels. It is constructed from welded steel and retains remnants of a red painted finish. The top is fitted with a hinged cam-lever locking cap. The associated bucket is of standard tapered construction in galvanised steel with a rolled rim. A white rectangular adhesive label is affixed to the side of the jerry can, printed with HCP Auctions South West, Lot 141, and www.hcpauctions.net. No historical manufacturer's marks or embossed dates are legible on either item.