Rare Pre-War Matching RZM M6/44 1938 Aluminum Mess Tin - 85% Original Paint

A remarkably scarce, investment-grade pre-war German aluminum mess tin (Kochgeschirr), officially contract-stamped by the NSDAP quality control office RZM in 1938. This specific large-model set features a true matching, factory-numbered configuration with crisp, matching RZM hallmarks on both the lid and the lower body cleanly reading: RZM M6/44/38. This code confirms production by the desirable firm C.W. Motz & Co. from Berlin under the M6 branch (Aluminiumwaren / Kochgeschirre), indicating official procurement for political or paramilitary formations such as the Hitlerjugend (HJ) or early SS-VT. Finding pre-war RZM mess tins with their original paint intact is exceptionally difficult, making this an elite reference piece for advanced equipment collectors.

This Item
The mess tin is in choice, field-used condition throughout, remaining as a completely synchronized factory pair.
The Finish: The aluminum body retains approximately 85% of its original factory-applied green paint, showing honest period base wear and typical scuffs on the bottom from field use, but remaining exceptionally well-preserved for an aluminum item of this age. Markings & History: The top of the lid and the side of the lower body both feature deeply struck, matching manufacturer codes: RZM M6/44/38 (confirming production in 1938 by C.W. Motz & Co.). Adding immense historical character, the original owner neatly scratched his name into the lid during the period. The Hardware: The set is constructed with its correct early-style steel wire carrying handle and the classic heavy metal closure hook, both functioning perfectly and remaining structurally sound.