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Pristine Set of 10 Matching Vintage Corning 10\" Military
Messware Serving Bowls - \"Little
Joe\" Glassblower Mark
Description:
Up for sale is a rare, complete matching set of ten (10) vintage military-grade serving bowls manufactured by Corning Glass Works. Finding a bulk set of 10 in matching, identical production runs
—especially in this elite tier of preservation—is incredibly uncommon.
Originally built to withstand the rugged environment of mid-century military mess halls and barracks, these heavy-duty \"Double Tough\" opal glass bowls are highly sought after by military history buffs, vintage prop stylists, and mid-century kitchen collectors.
Historical Markings:
Each bowl features the iconic embossed \"Little Joe\" Glassblower (Gaffer) trademark stamped directly onto the underside. This stamp signifies authentic US military contract issue production from the post-WWII to early Cold War/Korean War era.
Specifications (Per Bowl):
• Diameter: 10 inches across the top rim
• Depth: ~2.25 inches
• Weight: Heavyweight build, clocking in at approximately 2 Ibs, 2 oz per piece.
Condition:
Excellent Vintage Condition. This entire set has been meticulously inspected. Unlike most military surplus items that suffered severe damage in commercial mess hall kitchens, these bowls showcase:
• NO chips, cracks, or fleabites along the wide outer rims.
• NO dark gray metal flatware tracking/scratches on the surfaces.
• NO industrial dishwasher dullness; the original high-gloss shine remains brilliant.
Shipping & Handling:
Please note that this complete set is incredibly substantial, with a net glass weight of over 22 pounds. They will be wrapped individually with industrial-grade bubble wrap and double-boxed to ensure safe transit to your doorstep. Fully insured shipping with tracking is included.