WWII U.S. M-5 Type II Vesicant Gas Detecting Paint (1942)
WWII U.S. M-5 Type II Vesicant Gas Detecting Paint (1942)
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Description
Given the nature of oil-based paints, we're afraid these are only available to ship to U.S. addresses via USPS Ground Advantage. This listing is for a single original unopened can of WWII U.S. M-5 Type II liquid vesicant gas detecting paint, however four are available. This paint was commonly used by U.S. invasion forces as a method of camouflaging their helmets, jeeps, and other equipment. When the normally brownish green paint would come into contact with chemical weapons it would turn pinkish red, warning the troops of the presence of gas. All four are dated September 11, 1942.
Provenance
Private Collection, St. Louis, Missouri
Condition Report
Each can still contains 4 fluid ounces, and we have no reason to believe the functionality of the paint has been compromised.