Authentic WWII-era first aid kit produced by Mine Safety Appliances Co., Pittsburgh, PA, dating from approximately 1942–1945. This kit retains its original olive-drab canvas pouch with functional snap and zipper closures. The interior is stocked with a near-complete set of Burroughs Wellcome “Tabloid” brand medical supplies, as well as Johnson & Johnson and MSA-labeled items.
Contents include factory-sealed packets of eye dressings, compress bandages, iodine swabs, ammonia inhalants, poison ivy wash, adhesive plasters, and safety pins, among other period-correct items. Each item remains in its original printed box with legible wartime graphics, ideal for historical display or educational purposes.
This example is considered complete for display, showing light age wear consistent with over 80 years of preservation. A rare and desirable collectible for military medical equipment collectors or museums specializing in WWII field gear.
- Manufacturer: Mine Safety Appliances Co. (MSA), Pittsburgh, PA
- Date Range: Circa 1942–1945
- Material: Canvas, metal, cardboard, glass, and paper
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition; no leaks or major stains; items unopened unless noted; sold for display only
- Dimensions: Approx. 9 × 5 × 3 inches
- Country of Origin: United States
- HS Tariff Code: 9705.00.0090 (Collectibles of historical interest)
U.S. buyers are responsible for import duties, tariffs.