Chest - Large Military Case - Wood, Metal
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Polish Large Military Case, crafted from solid pine wood with metal reinforcements, olive green, dating to the 1950s, in excellent condition with minimal signs of wear and bearing the DK-1 and S+51-27 markings.
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Polish Military Wooden Field Case — 1950s — Solid Wood & Metal — Industrial — "DK-1" Markings
A robust and characterful military field case manufactured in Poland in the 1950s, originally used by Polish armed forces to store and transport equipment. The piece bears original white stencilled markings "DK-1" on multiple sides, along with an inventory code "S+51-27" on the side panel — all adding to its authentic provenance and collectible appeal.
Construction:
Built from solid pine wood with heavy-gauge metal corner reinforcements, riveted metal trim, two side carry handles, and a front latch/lock mechanism. The lid is hinged and opens fully, supported by metal stay rods. The interior is unfinished natural pine — clean, spacious, and structurally sound.
Exterior:
Painted in original olive/field green military paint, showing natural wear, surface scratches and patina consistent with decades of active service. No restoration — fully original.
Markings:
DK-1 — stencilled white, on front and side panels
S+51-27 — inventory/unit code on side panel
Versatility:
An extremely popular piece for industrial and loft-style interiors. Can be used as a storage trunk, coffee table base, side table, blanket box, bar prop, or display piece. Equally at home in a living room, office, restaurant, or retail space.
Details:
Materials: Solid pine wood, metal fittings and reinforcements
Colour: Olive / field green (original military paint)
Markings: "DK-1" and "S+51-27" (stencilled, original)
Origin: Poland (Wojsko Polskie)
Period: 1950s
Condition: Good — original paint shows wear consistent with age and military use; interior pine clean and solid
Shipping: Sent via registered and fully tracked courier service
Seller's Story
We offer top quality postindustrial goods as well as antiques.
Attention:
Important information. If the item arrives damaged as a result of the brutality and bad handling of the shipping company, you must immediately file a claim with the shipping company. If you do not file a complaint, it means that you agree not to submit a complaint to Catawiki.
Attention: Because of the Russian attack on Ukraine, we cannot send our goods to Russian Federation and Ukraine.
Translated by Google TranslatePolish Military Wooden Field Case — 1950s — Solid Wood & Metal — Industrial — "DK-1" Markings
A robust and characterful military field case manufactured in Poland in the 1950s, originally used by Polish armed forces to store and transport equipment. The piece bears original white stencilled markings "DK-1" on multiple sides, along with an inventory code "S+51-27" on the side panel — all adding to its authentic provenance and collectible appeal.
Construction:
Built from solid pine wood with heavy-gauge metal corner reinforcements, riveted metal trim, two side carry handles, and a front latch/lock mechanism. The lid is hinged and opens fully, supported by metal stay rods. The interior is unfinished natural pine — clean, spacious, and structurally sound.
Exterior:
Painted in original olive/field green military paint, showing natural wear, surface scratches and patina consistent with decades of active service. No restoration — fully original.
Markings:
DK-1 — stencilled white, on front and side panels
S+51-27 — inventory/unit code on side panel
Versatility:
An extremely popular piece for industrial and loft-style interiors. Can be used as a storage trunk, coffee table base, side table, blanket box, bar prop, or display piece. Equally at home in a living room, office, restaurant, or retail space.
Details:
Materials: Solid pine wood, metal fittings and reinforcements
Colour: Olive / field green (original military paint)
Markings: "DK-1" and "S+51-27" (stencilled, original)
Origin: Poland (Wojsko Polskie)
Period: 1950s
Condition: Good — original paint shows wear consistent with age and military use; interior pine clean and solid
Shipping: Sent via registered and fully tracked courier service
Seller's Story
We offer top quality postindustrial goods as well as antiques.
Attention:
Important information. If the item arrives damaged as a result of the brutality and bad handling of the shipping company, you must immediately file a claim with the shipping company. If you do not file a complaint, it means that you agree not to submit a complaint to Catawiki.
Attention: Because of the Russian attack on Ukraine, we cannot send our goods to Russian Federation and Ukraine.
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Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Poland
Model
Large Military Case
Material
Metal, Wood
Style
Industrial
Colour
Green
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
42.5 cm
Width
78 cm
Depth
51 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
