US OD 1-QT CANTEEN W/COVER USED

The US 1-Quart OD Canteen with Cover is the genuine, originally-issued American military hydration set that generations of soldiers carried in the field. This is authentic surplus pulled from service — the real deal that built the reputation of the M1956/M1967 load-bearing system and went on to serve through the ALICE era and beyond. For your customers chasing authentic kit rather than copies, this is the canteen they're looking for.

The canteen body is molded polyethylene in olive drab with a threaded screw cap tethered to the neck by a retaining strap so it can't be lost in the bush. The cap features the classic ribbed grip for easy operation with cold or gloved hands. One-quart capacity is the standard US individual hydration unit and pairs with the matching canteen cup that nests under the bottle (cup not included).

The Cover

The OD green cordura nylon cover is the issued US pattern with insulated padding, a fabric-bound drawstring top, and the familiar stenciled "U.S." marking on the front. A small external snap pocket holds water purification tablets (tablets not included). On the back, two sprung metal ALICE clips lock the canteen directly onto a pistol belt, LBE suspenders, or pack webbing — no extra hardware needed.

Who It Sells To

• Military surplus collectors who want the real-issue article with authentic markings and field character.
• Reenactors and living-history hobbyists covering Vietnam, Cold War, Gulf War, and GWOT-era impressions.
• Hunters, hikers, and campers who trust a proven, rugged, no-electronics hydration setup.
• Preppers and bug-out bag builders stocking durable, field-tested gear.
• Airsoft and milsim players running period-correct loadouts.

Condition

This is used, originally-issued surplus. Expect honest service character: faded stenciling, scuffs on the bottle, weathered fabric, and patina on the metal clips. Each piece has its own history — that's the appeal over a sterile reproduction. Items remain fully serviceable for field use.

Specifications

• Capacity: 1 quart (approx. 0.95 L)
• Bottle: molded polyethylene, olive drab, threaded cap with retaining strap
• Cover: OD nylon with insulated padding, drawstring top, "U.S." stencil
• Attachment: two metal ALICE-style clips for belt or pack mounting
• External pocket: snap-flap pouch for purification tablets (not included)
• Approx. dimensions: 5 × 3 × 9 in (12.7 × 7.6 × 22.9 cm)
• Condition: used / genuine surplus