*US, WW2, US Signal Corps CHEST BC-5, Dated 1942*
WW2 wooden chest model “CHEST BC-5” with its original Signal Corps plate. Year of production: 1939-1945, this one appears to be dated 1942.
Used for the transport of field telephones type EE-8 (up to 12 units). (See original photograph included for reference but not part of this sale)
Trunk Marked:
Signal Corps U.S. Army
Chest BC-5
Serial No. 10792
Order No. 10327-Phila-42
Made by
Seattle Luggage Corporation
Seattle Washington
Approximate measurements: 75x46x38cm (WxDxH)
Radio Nerds records list BC-5 as: “Chest for TE-51 Welding Equipment (used in both World Wars). SIG-5, 1947, lists BC-5 U/W MK-4E/TRC-1 Maintenance Equipment. FM 24-19, 1966, has BC-5 U/W GR-8 Sound Ranging Set 29x18x12″, 130 lbs”
*Condition*
Excellent used condition. Very good interior. Side carrying straps and clasps in good condition. Missing the front lock. Expected service wear and tear to the exterior. Please see photographs as part of the condition report
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