Bakelite Soap Box - "Seife"

An exceptional, 100% original World War II German military issue personal hygiene soap box (Bakelit Seifendose). Crafted from premium, beautifully mottled brown bakelite, this essential field gear item features the bold, crisp embossed period gothic text "Seife" (Soap) across the top of the lid. Personal care and hygiene items were standard issue for every Wehrmacht and Waffen-SS soldier, carried directly inside the breadbag (Brotbeutel) or rucksack. Today, original bakelite containers in completely undamaged condition are highly sought after by collectors to complete personal soldier kit displays and field gear layouts.

This Item
Material & Finish: The box is crafted from high-grade brown bakelite with a gorgeous, subtle wood-grain/mottled factory texture.
Markings: The interior of the container features a sharp, clear and deep manufacturer’s logo/molding mark, guaranteeing 100% wartime authenticity.
Lid Fit & Threads: The lid fits perfectly onto the base compartment. The friction-fit or threaded closure closes tightly and securely with no warping or distortion to the bakelite edges.
Overall State: True perfect/mint condition. The item is entirely free of chips, cracks, hairline fractures, or deep scratches. A flawless and completely un-messed-with frontline survivor that looks as if it left the factory yesterday.