Lot of 2 U.S. Military Mess Kits & Mess Pan
Updated August 8, 2026
| Lot number | 112ak |
| Category | Firearms & Militaria |
| Auction | Huge Estates, Firearms, Militaria, Jewelry, Auction |
| Date | August 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Southern Heirs Auction |
| Location | Denham Springs, Louisiana |
Description: This item came from a collector’s estate. We have not authenticated it, and it is being sold exactly as acquired. Lot includes two complete U.S. military stainless steel mess kits and one additional mess pan. Both complete kits are marked "U.S. SMP 18789-1982" with DLA 400-82-C-1012 contract markings, dating them to 1982 during the Cold War era. The extra pan is unmarked in the provided photos. These rugged field mess kits were standard military issue and remain popular with collectors, campers, and survival enthusiasts. Estimated Date/Era: 1982, Cold War Era. Condition: * Lot includes two complete mess kits and one extra mess pan * Two kits marked "U.S. SMP 18789-1982 * DLA contract marked: DLA 400-82-C-1012 * Stainless steel construction * Typical military use and storage wear with scratches and scuffs * Authenticity has not been verified; bidders should rely on their own inspection and the photographs provided. If you have any doubt, please attend the preview and examine all photographs closely before bidding.
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