Summary

Alternative names(s): Petrol Tin, Jerry Can

2 Imperial gallon (7.57 litre) capacity metal container for storage & carrying of fuel or water, made by Bouchers Industries Pty Ltd, of Perth, Western Australia, circa 1953-1955.

An advertisement that appeared in captial city daily newspapers from December 1953 described the "Carry-Can" as 'The year's Smartest idea', a 2 gallon fuel or water can that was compact, light and convenient, priced at 33/-, plus 4/7 extra or a flexible metal nozzle: 'The ideal container under All Conditions as Used By Many Drivers in The REDEX TRIAL.' 'For convenient carrying and pouring of petrol or water under any conditions CARRY-CAN is the perfect contained [sic]'.

'The "CARRY-CAN" is a properly engineered container designed to fulfil a definite need. It's light enough for even the youngest child to handle. It is compact enough to fit neatly away into a small space for it measures only 13½ in. x 12 in. x 5 inches. Beautifully finished in Iridescent Bronze or Cabinet Silver-Stove enamel.'

'Obtainable from your local garage or service station.'

Physical Description

A green-coloured lightweight metal container with a handle on top. On top there is a bolt that can be removed to assist pouring and a black filling cap. The two long sides have a regular cross shape formed in the metal and the maker's name embossed. There is a handwritten card attached with text in blue ink.

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