{"product_id":"u-s-forest-service-oasis-4-quart-canteen-marked-mid-20th-century","title":"U.S. Forest Service Oasis 4-Quart Canteen - Marked | Mid 20th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis original\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eU.S. Forest Service 4-quart Oasis-style canteen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edates to the mid-20th century, and features the distinctive embossed “\u003cstrong\u003eUSFS\u003c\/strong\u003e” marking on its face. The canteen is constructed of durable aluminum with a screw-top lid and is housed in its original khaki canvas cover, complete with a heavy-duty shoulder strap and snap closures. This larger-capacity version, more than double the standard military 2-quart, was issued for rugged field use by Forest Service personnel during extended operations. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe U.S. Forest Service, established in 1905, played a critical role in fire suppression, land conservation, and wilderness management throughout the 20th century. As part of their duties, field agents and fire crews often spent days in remote terrain. Hydration was crucial, and large-capacity canteens like this were essential gear for foresters, rangers, and fire teams, especially during wildfire season or backcountry surveying operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Oasis-style canteen was an evolution from WWII-era military designs, offering higher volume for civilian and government agency use. These mid-century USFS-issued examples are now increasingly scarce, especially in complete condition with marked covers. A rugged and functional relic of America’s conservation and firefighting history, perfect for collectors of vintage government gear or historical field equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003eCanvas wrapped aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eUnited States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Mid 20th Century\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood – Noticeable wear from age and use but remains structurally sound. Considered average condition for most collectibles and memorabilia. Minor imperfections or signs of handling may be present but do not detract from the overall integrity of the item.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"426\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"426\"\u003eWhy Buy From Us\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"500\"\u003eOne of Austin, Texas' top collectible stores with a 5-star reputation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"559\"\u003eFast, secure shipping and careful packaging every time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"621\"\u003eTrue collector knowledge—every item is handpicked with care\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem Location: tbd\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCC#WIP0004\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collectors Crossroads ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42318876672074,"sku":"CC#WIP0004","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/8519\/2778\/files\/U_S_-Forest-Service-Oasis-4-Quart-Canteen-Marked-Mid-20th-Century.jpg?v=1779887043","url":"https:\/\/collectorscrossroads.com\/products\/u-s-forest-service-oasis-4-quart-canteen-marked-mid-20th-century","provider":"Collectors Crossroads ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}