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Unusual RAF Cartridge Tin

roller63

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I recently bought this RAF Cartridge storage tin. I thought it was unusual because it doesn't actually say what the cartridges are for. It's a dark green tin with yellow painted markings as per photo. The base is marked No 471 Mk1 SOTB 12/55.
After some research I found out that the contents would have been "Cartridge Radar Echo Warning 1.5" Mk1" please see photo and scan.

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Another one to look for! 1.5" flares are hard to find as it is. At least that container is common so a lid will turn up.
 
Cartridges filled by SWN - ROF Swynnerton
Tin made by SOTB - Self Opening Tin Box Company (better known for making Hawkin's grenade bodies)

TimG
 
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