ITALIAN AF GLASS CARAFE NEW

Italian Air Force Glass Mess Carafe

Authentic Italian Air Force (Aeronautica Militare) issue glass carafe, originally produced for service at officers' messes and unit dining facilities. The clear blown-glass body carries the etched eagle-and-crown insignia of the Italian Air Force on its shoulder — the same emblem worn by Italian flight crews and ground personnel. New, unused stock straight from official supply channels, this is the genuine article rather than a souvenir piece.

For your collectors, reenactors, and military memorabilia customers, this is a hard-to-find table piece with verified service provenance. For the broader customer base, it doubles as a functional 1-liter water or wine decanter with a distinctive aviation crest — a strong cross-merchandising item alongside surplus mess kits, canteens, and Italian field gear.

Construction & Markings

• Clear glass body with a rounded base and tall, tapered pouring neck
• Etched Italian Air Force eagle insignia (eagle clutching a fasces beneath the turreted crown)
• 1-liter (approx. 33.8 fl. oz.) serving capacity for water or wine at table
• Approx. 9.5" tall, 5" at the widest point of the body, 3" diameter base
• Glass produced in France; eagle etching completed in Italy for Aeronautica Militare service

Who It Sells To

• Military surplus collectors seeking issued, marked Italian service items
• Aviation enthusiasts drawn to authentic Air Force insignia pieces
• Reenactors and impressionists outfitting period-correct mess settings
• Gift shoppers looking for an unusual decanter with real military heritage

A compact, display-friendly SKU that catches the eye on a shelf and pairs well with other Italian surplus or aviation-themed inventory. Hand-wash recommended to preserve the etched insignia.