{"product_id":"u-s-military-m24-carrying-case-empty-wwii-korean-war-era-optical-equipment-case","title":"U.S. Military M24 Carrying Case-Empty-WWII\/Korean War Era Optical Equipment Case","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffered is an original U.S. Military \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eM24 Carrying Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, complete with its original adjustable shoulder strap and Lift-the-Dot closure. Constructed from heavy pressed fiber with an olive drab textured finish and reinforced leather trim, these rugged cases were designed to protect sensitive military optical equipment in the field.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bottom is factory marked \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“CASE CARRYING, M24”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, confirming the model designation, while the front bears the stamped military identification number \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD45874\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Cases of this style were commonly used from the World War II period through the Korean War era for transporting various optical instruments and associated military equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example remains in solid, honest field-used condition. The exterior retains much of its original olive drab finish with expected scuffs, paint wear, and handling marks accumulated through military service. The leather trim, shoulder strap, and hardware remain intact, and the Lift-the-Dot closure functions as intended. The interior is clean and empty, making it an excellent display piece or replacement case for a collector seeking an original M24 container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether displayed alongside military optics or used to complete a period equipment grouping, this is an authentic piece of U.S. military field gear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal U.S. Military M24 Carrying Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eBottom embossed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“CASE CARRYING, M24”\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFront stamped \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eD45874\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal olive drab textured finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy pressed fiber construction with leather reinforcement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal adjustable shoulder strap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLift-the-Dot closure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmpty case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWWII\/Korean War era military equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Good original surplus condition showing honest military use. The case exhibits finish wear, scratches, scuffs, and age-related handling marks throughout. Leather remains solid, hardware is intact, and the strap is original. Displays very well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43325695426637,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/29043DFA-1E7A-4B8A-B973-BB16F4636555.jpg?v=1785348225","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/u-s-military-m24-carrying-case-empty-wwii-korean-war-era-optical-equipment-case","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}