Correct type of D cell for the mid 1940's

[Ringmaster]

OK, here's another newbie question !
I'm looking for 3 D cells thst would be the correct tye for a mid 1940's item i have .
If I have done my homework correctly, would this be the type I'm looking for .
Many thanks
C

 

[Ringmaster]

??? Anyone ??

 

[bluflaam777]

**I'm not a cellologist nor a grammar expert. Take the following with a grain or 2 of salt.

While the nomenclature / # references have changed over the years depending on what you read, I don't think the actual size has change since before WWII. Maybe ever.

the one in your pic is a standard sized D cell albeit vintage.

That's all I could come up with.

 

[xxo]

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Old time Battery labels

I was thinking that if you print out old time battery labels on self adhesive paper then cover with clear spray or clear acetate you could wrap it around a D or C cell and have a great looking vintage battery! I started to look on the web for pics which I found but not too many of all sides to...

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[Ringmaster]

**I'm not a cellologist nor a grammar expert. Take the following with a grain or 2 of salt.

While the nomenclature / # references have changed over the years depending on what you read, I don't think the actual size has change since before WWII. Maybe ever.

the one in your pic is a standard sized D cell albeit vintage.

That's all I could come up with.

Thankyou !! I appreciate the input 🙏