British , Waterbottle, Iron 1895, MkIV.

Waterbottle, Iron 1895, MkIV. Felt covered, enamelled wrought iron water bottle that equipped many of the troops fighting in the Boer War. Differing to the MkIII by the introduction of the cork stopper, this example in good overall condition with some mothing to cover and wear to enamelling to strap retaining loops. Residual evidence of stencilled ownership details to one side. Uncommon.

Code: 7408