Genuine British Military "Laycorn" (Lacon) Steel Storage Box – Grade A
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Military Clothing Size Guide (Click to Expand)
Military clothing sizes are listed as Height / Chest (for jackets and smocks) or Height / Waist (for trousers).
Example: 180/96 fits someone around 5'11" tall with a 38" chest.
| NATO Size (Label) | Approx Height | Chest / Waist (in) | Generic Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 160 / 88 | 5'3"–5'5" | 34–35" | Small (S) |
| 170 / 88 | 5'7"–5'9" | 34–35" | Small (S) |
| 170 / 96 | 5'7"–5'9" | 37–38" | Medium (M) |
| 180 / 96 | 5'10"–5'11" | 37–38" | Medium (M) |
| 180 / 104 | 5'10"–5'11" | 40–41" | Large (L) |
| 190 / 96 | 6'2" | 37–38" | Medium (M) Tall |
| 190 / 104 | 6'2" | 40–41" | Large (L) Tall |
| 180 / 112 | 5'11" | 43–44" | X-Large (XL) |
| 190 / 112 | 6'2" | 43–44" | X-Large (XL) Tall |
| 200 / 120 | 6'4"+ | 46–48" | 2X-Large (2XL) |
⚙️ Sizing Tips
- The first number is your height in cm.
- The second number is your chest or waist in cm.
- Military gear is usually cut roomy for layering and movement.
- If you’re between sizes, go down for a closer fit or up for layering.
- Example: 5'11" tall with 40" chest → 180/104 (Large).
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Genuine British Military "Laycorn" (Lacon) Steel Storage Box – Grade A
Genuine MOD Issue | Heavy-Duty Side-Opening Steel | Modular Stackable Design
The Legendary British Army Modular Transit Box
The British Military "Laycorn" (Lacon) Box is an iconic piece of tactical storage hardware. Unlike standard top-opening ammunition cans, the Laycorn box is uniquely engineered with a front/side-opening hinged lid secured by an ultra-strong, heavy-duty clasp fastening mechanism. This innovative design allows you to stack several boxes on top of each other to form a solid, immovable storage wall while retaining full access to the contents of every single box.
Built from heavy-gauge industrial steel to strict Ministry of Defence specifications, these classic green tins are practically indestructible. They are the ultimate choice for workshop organization, overland truck builds, or secure garage storage.
Key Features & Technical Specs
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Front/Side-Opening Hinged Lid: Allows easy access to your gear even when the boxes are stacked high, effectively acting as a modular metal cabinet system.
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Heavy-Duty Clasp Fastening: A rock-solid, over-centre steel tension latch provides a tight, secure closure that won't give way under pressure.
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Integrated Carry Handle: Equipped with a rugged, fold-flat steel handle designed to bear the weight of heavy tools, components, or ammunition.
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Perfectly Stackable: Engineered with interlocking base and lid profiles to ensure a stable, wobble-free footprint when stacked.
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Classic Military Finish: Coated in original British Army olive drab / tactical green protective enamel.
Condition & Authenticity Note
Grade A (Excellent Structural Condition)
These are authentic, field-issued military surplus items that have lived a real life in British Army depots.
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State: Hand-selected to ensure they are 100% structurally sound and fit for purpose. All hinges open smoothly, the heavy-duty latches snap shut securely, and the carrying handles are completely solid.
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Surplus Character: As genuine combat-grade equipment, light surface corrosion, paint flakes on corners, or minor cosmetic storage rust may be present. This is purely surface level and does not affect the legendary strength of the steel.
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Military Markings: Tins may feature authentic signs of military service, including outer unit markings, logistics stencils, or handwritten grease-pen labels detailing what they carried in the field.
Ideal For:
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Workshop & Garage Shelving: Stack 4 or 5 boxes high to create a bombproof, access-ready tool cabinet for sockets, parts, and hardware.
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4x4 & Expedition Vehicles: Secure them in the back of a Land Rover, van, or truck bed for an airtight, vibration-proof storage setup that won't rattle open off-road.
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Industrial & Vintage Decor: Gives an authentic, rugged military aesthetic to home workshops, retail displays, or man caves.
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Secure Tool Storage: Keeps expensive hand tools, welding gear, or vehicle spares protected from impact, dust, and workshop debris.
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Domestic Shipping
We mainly use Royal mail 48 for items under 1kg and DPD for items over this weight. We may change this at any time dependant on service availability and destination.
We send out the majority of orders the same day of receiving upto 1pm
We also offer an express shipping service which ensures your delivery is prioritised for delivery as quick as possible and usually delivered the next working day.
We do offer Saturday delivery and timed delivery but prices are on application.
For US and Canada we mainly use Fedex priority and deliveries are usually recieved within 2 to 5 days
For EU deliveries we mainly use DPD by road and usually takes from 3 to 7 days, your parcels are not necessarily delivered by DPD in your county and the parcel may be passed to your countries nominated carrier.
Rest of the World, we have availability with all the major carriers and each is nominated dependant on the best service for the receivers destination.
If you can not get an automated shipping quote please contact us for a spot shipping quote.
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If you opt for an exchange we will contact you for further postage costs. (price dependant on weight/destination).
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