Authentic vintage U.S. military insulated food transport container manufactured by Wyott Corp. of Cheyenne, Wyoming and dated 1972. Commonly known in military use and among collectors as a “Mermite” container, this heavy-duty insulated box was designed for transporting and holding prepared food in field-service settings.
The exterior features classic olive drab military coloring, an embossed “US” marking, reinforced ribbed construction with an X-pattern front panel, dual front latches, side carrying handles, and a hinged metal lid.
Front markings include:
WYOTT CORP. CHEY. WYO.
CONTR. NO. DSA-400-72-C-09986
1972
With more than five decades of age and visible service wear, this is an excellent example of genuine military field equipment. Ideal for military surplus collectors, historical displays, reenactment or prop use, industrial décor, or creative repurposing.
Features
- Vintage U.S. military “Mermite” insulated food container
- Manufactured by Wyott Corp., Cheyenne, Wyoming
- Dated 1972
- Contract No. DSA-400-72-C-09986
- Embossed “US” marking on front
- Olive drab military finish
- Heavy-duty metal construction
- Reinforced ribbed body with distinctive X-pattern panel
- Hinged metal lid
- Two front locking latches
- Carrying handles on both ends
- Thick insulated surround
- Authentic military surplus construction and appearance
- Excellent collectible, display, prop, décor, or repurposing piece
Length: 19-3/4”
Width: 9-3/4”Height: 16”Condition
Vintage pre-owned condition with substantial cosmetic wear consistent with age and military field use. Exterior shows numerous scratches, scuffs, chipped and worn paint, discoloration, rubbed areas, oxidation, and areas of surface rust. Hardware, latches, and handles show additional finish wear and oxidation.
The interior metal liner shows staining, residue, spotting, scratches, discoloration, and oxidation from prior use. The underside of the lid also shows scratches and general age-related wear. The dark insulating/gasket material surrounding the liner remains present and shows wear and age.
The hinged lid, front latches, side handles, and removable interior liner are present. Please review all photos carefully for the best representation of overall condition. Due to its age and prior military use, this piece is being offered primarily as a collectible and is not represented as modern food-safe equipment.
This 1972 Wyott Mermite has exactly the rugged character collectors look for in genuine military surplus. The original contract markings, embossed US lettering, olive drab finish, heavy-duty construction, and decades of authentic wear give it unmistakable military history and visual appeal. Whether displayed with a military collection, used as industrial décor, incorporated into a reenactment or film prop, or creatively repurposed, it is a substantial and distinctive piece of American military field equipment.
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