Collection of three vintage military metal storage tubes/canisters with original stencil lettering and removable lids.

These are substantial steel military containers originally intended for carrying or storing smoke/flame signalling components and related military equipment. The markings include:

• “FLOAT SMOKE & FLAME”
• “PRIMER ELEC L1A4”
• “EXPLOSIVE”

One base appears dated:

• “A.D.C 5/1962”

This suggests possible British military or NATO-era Cold War period usage dating to the early 1960s.

The original military stencil text, brown painted finish, and industrial utilitarian appearance give these a fantastic authentic military surplus look.

These would make excellent:

• Military display pieces
• Industrial décor items
• Film/TV props
• Workshop storage containers
• Man cave/display room items
• Re-enactment or collectors’ display accessories

Approximate dimensions:

• Height: approximately 40cm
• Diameter: approximately 10cm

Please see photos for exact measurements and condition details.

Condition

Vintage used condition with age-related wear throughout.

Signs of age and storage include:

• Surface scratches and scuffs
• Paint wear and fading
• Rusting/tarnishing, particularly around lids and edges
• General marks from military/storage use

The stencil markings remain nicely visible and add strongly to the overall vintage military aesthetic.

Please note:

• These are empty display/storage containers only
• No explosive contents are present
• Sold strictly as collectible surplus containers

Please study all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

Approximate Age

Likely early 1960s military surplus, with one tube appearing dated May 1962.