Essenträger Body paper The brooch measures approximately 1

The brooch measures approximately 1 1/8" long and about 5/8" wide

This seems to be fairly common on Trinkwasser cans and I am unsure if this is something done after the war or during the war in the field

Cleaning rods do come up for sale every now and then but rarely in good condition

Can be ironed with low heat if desired

there are a few stains

Essenträger Body paper The brooch measures approximately 1This is a slight mystery. There are no markings on it. It appears to be German, but it is certainly odd compared with most other original German essentrgers. The hinge for the lid is very unusual and the loops for the shoulder straps are a little small. It does need some work and it is missing the actual aluminum food container and the closure bolts nuts. It does have a really nice look, and the overall shape is very good for a WWII German one. Could