Collectible Military Surplus Boxes & Chests

Grow Your Military Collectibles Using Surplus Boxes

Old military boxes can make fine additions to any collection of war memorabilia you might want to display. You can find a wide range of vintage military ammo boxes and other types of storage containers for sale at inexpensive prices when you look on eBay. Getting to know a bit about the different types of WWII ammo boxes and containers you can find will help you select the ones that make your collection shine.

During previous conflicts, various armies transported ammunition for soldiers' weapons inside metal boxes that have since become vintage collectibles. You can find out a bit about the shapes, sizes, and designs of these WWII ammo boxes to find the ones that you like. Here are just a few of the categories you will come across:

• Caliber - Some vintage military ammo boxes were designed to hold a specific caliber of bullet that various firearms might use on the battlefield. The size was determined by how many packs or rounds each box should hold. All sizes are listed in US measurements for your convenience. See the manufacturer information for details.
• Type - In addition to the caliber, some WWII ammo boxes were marked with the specific type of rounds that the shipment was meant to carry. Tracer rounds for soldiers' rifles were a common type of ammunition.

Not every container you find on eBay is meant to be an army bullet box. You can also see secondhand military boxes that are designed to transport other equipment. Some of these boxes were in use as footlockers. They might include metal dividers or foam inserts that you could use to organize your own equipment or store your gear in protective padding as necessary. You can choose a military box in the size that lets you store gear, accessories, and ammo all in one convenient location and organize everything using the sections provided.

Yes, many of the collectible military surplus boxes that you find for sale on eBay include design elements that are meant to help you keep your things secure. Here are just some of the features you might get with your vintage ammo box:

• Locks - You can get a surplus box that can lock the lid in place to prevent tampering.
• Seals - Some military boxes were designed for transport through various environments. You may find containers that include watertight seals that can help your equipment stay dry and functional.