Polish LWP Mess Tin

Mess-tin used by Cold War era Polish army (LWP) shares many similarities with both German NVA and Bundeswehr mess kits, but I will skip description of these similarities as they can easily be seen on pictures.

So, what's different?

German NVA Mess Tin

This NVA (Eastern Germany army) mess kit is based on the same concept as Bundeswehr (Western Germany army) counterpart of the same Cold War period.

German Bundeswehr Mess Tin

Just like a Bundeswehr canteen I've described earlier, this Western Germany mess kit predates reunification of Germany and totally kicks ass if you compare it's quality and attention to details to similar designs of Cold War era. And just like that canteen, this one is also one of my favorites.

Bundeswehr Canteen

 

This is an old '87 model, predating reunification of Germany after Cold War. As far as I know it was used by Western Germany army back then, and even quarter of a century later it remains one of my favourites due to it's thoughtful design and exceptional quality.