Description
You are bidding on a VERY NICE used example of a WW2 German Wehrmacht Issue Rucksack für Artillerie (Artillery Rucksack), as used by various personnel!
During the war the earlier M39 “pony fur” backpacks were found to be too expensive and time consuming to produce. One of the newly proposed rucksacks was designed specifically for artillery personnel, and was introduced on February 21, 1940. They came in two versions – one having integral shoulder straps and the other without shoulder straps which was designed for wear with the combat Y-straps.
Made of a tan/olive drab canvas, this Artillery Personnel Rucksack in EXCELLENT used condition! Some slight marks and wear, but still quite solid. Some slight staining, as well as some fraying in areas. Leather straps solid with no cracking. Also features an RBNr. Ink Stamp, but it is a bit hard to read. This one was designed to work with the Combat Y-Straps. Would make for a PERFECT addition to any collection or display!
