Original U.S. Vietnam War 1966 Model Lightweight Rucksack Frame With Straps Technical Books By the early WWII period

By the early WWII period typically the cockade would at least be a cast insignia

There are several lines of Kanji ink stamped to the inner lining which we are told reveal that this is the model 1939 and made in 1942 and the soldier’s name

and is one of the better examples that we have had

They were a major producer of binoculars during WWII

and this is the first example we have had that is like this

Original U.S. Vietnam War 1966 Model Lightweight Rucksack Frame With Straps Technical Books By the early WWII periodOriginal Item: Only One Frame Available. This is a beautiful, genuine Lightweight Rucksack Frame. This model 1966 version features a riveted construction with wraparound tabs on strap loops. The tabs would be eliminated on the next frame modification introduced in 1968. The frame is complete with correct shoulder straps, upper and lower back straps, and buckle tabs for attaching cargo straps, which are not present. This does not have the center back