Vintage 1982 USGI Military Mess Kit Skillet Plate Cold War USAF Patched Graff For Sale

Vintage 1982 USGI Cold War Military Mess Kit Field Skillet & Plate Set - Named to Graff
Up for sale is an authentic, genuine U.S. Military issued 2-piece nesting mess kit. This piece was sourced directly from the estate storage lot of decorated USAF Master Sergeant Ken Graff, featuring his original personal ownership identification hand-marked in clean black marker on both the handle and the divider plate assembly.Item Specifications:

• Era:Cold War / 1980s
• Manufacturer Stamped:U.S. SMP (Syracuse Materials Products)
• Official Military Contract Details:DLA 400-82-C-1012 / SMP 18789-1982 (Official 1982 Government Issue)
• Material:Heavy-duty, food-grade stainless steel/aluminum alloy.
• Design:Double-sided layout features a deep main pan skillet with a long folding locking handle, which completely folds over to lock down the matching 2-compartment section divider tray plate.

Condition Details:
Great vintage field-used military condition! The nesting metal is structurally solid with no major crushed dents, deep punctures, or heavy pitting. Shows honest flight-line scratches, light cosmetic surface wear, and utensil scuffs from real-world duty. The long locking hinge handle runs securely and clips shut tightly to keep the system secured flat for travel. The veteran\'s name marker identification remains bold and completely legible. Clean and well-kept in climate-controlled storage for decades.Thanks for looking and happy buying!