Implement, Opener, 1998, 2003

Physical description

A clear plastic pack containing two implements which are a combination can opener, bottle opener and measuring spoon. These implements were included with standard field ration packs and are made of plated metal featuring a small hinged cutter attached to the main body.
These were commonly called a Field Ration Opening Device (FRED) by defence personnel.

Inscriptions & markings

The body is stamped with the standard Department of Defence symbol: "/|\" .

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