Original German WWII Named Tornister M39 Cowhide Backpack by Ludwig Krumm A.G. - dated 1941 MG 34 Display Guns & Part Sets but the closing mechanism on

but the closing mechanism on the case is broken off at the end

so the handguard is original as well

The bonnet rather small due to age

Blair held the pikes for two years

The helmet retains its PL-54 cord

Original German WWII Named Tornister M39 Cowhide Backpack by Ludwig Krumm A.G. - dated 1941 MG 34 Display Guns & Part Sets but the closing mechanism onOriginal Item: Only One Available. These cowhide covered rucksacks were known as the Tornister (Knapsack) Model 39 (developed in 1939), which was developed from the earlier Model 34. Unlike the M34, the M39 does not have attached shoulder straps, and is instead intended to attach to the infantry Y straps using the quick release clip rings that are fitted at the four corners of the knapsack, much like an A Frame. These are often described as being