Thanks for all the replies, I really had no idea what it was or even if it was related to Army life.
Its more than probable that the soldier retained the ampule in the brass case for its protection rather than in its original cardboard box.
Checking through ebay the Thorens gramophone needle tin is collectable in its own right. Now I know what it is I wont keep it so if its of interest as a pair to anyone I am open to offers.
regards
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