Japanese Canteen

[mwliles]

Greetings, I recently found this one and when I got it I was sure it was Japanese but after looking at it I have my doubts. Many thanks in advance to all of those that take the time to reply.

[mwliles]

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[mwliles]

I thought the names of Peeters and D Smith were maybe US guys that brought it back but it is unusual to see two English names on something

[mcmike]

Would you look at the head on that thing? Anyway, looks European, but don't recall seeing another like it.

[Rod G]

Not Japanese. The suspension system may provide a clue, it appears to be belt hung and it may be closer to WW1 manufacture given the quality of the leather harness. Good luck with it.

Best, Rod

[Jareth]

I was thinking WW1 as well. Agree not Japanese

[blinky]

Dutch KNIL canteen.
It could have been brought back by a US GI as a souvenir taken from a Japanese soldier.
Interested in selling?

[mwliles]

It being Dutch would explain the name Peeters on the leather. I am pretty certain it was brought back from the Pacific Theater by the US veteran. Thanks so much to everyone that had a part in solving the mystery.
Marion