Unusual RAF Cartridge Tin

[roller63]

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.

 

[tigbrand]

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.

 

[TimG]

Cartridges filled by SWN - ROF Swynnerton
Tin made by SOTB - Self Opening Tin Box Company (better known for making Hawkin's grenade bodies)

TimG