GERMAN WWII ARMY ENGINEERS THREE PART PACK SET

The three-part olive drab canvas pack set for pioneer charges. The two packs are held together by a webbing connecting belt for 3-kilogram demolition charges; the fittings are slightly rusty. Manufacturer's markings stamped on one of the inner closing flaps. The central tall rectangular pouch with an upper pouch for the mess tin. All three pieces unused. Maker’s mark matched. Nicely illustrated and with a fuller explanation on page 194 of Uniforms and Traditions of the German Army 1933-45 by John R. Angolia and Adolf Schlicht. 

Ref; 96854 XCS