WW2 German 'A Frame' ( Gefechtsgepack ) 1941

This rare piece of German combat equipment was designed as part of the combat pack for infantry to be used in conjunction with the Y straps & attached to the rear D rings with the zeltbahn , greatcoat , messtin & other personal equipment strapped upon it.
This webbed 'A frame' has black leather straps & is maker stamped to a Bielefeld company with 1941 date. Many variations exist however this piece is of the classic textbook standard. Internal cowhide stiffeners visible. The leather is overall good however one of the strap keepers has opened at one end & the leather has weakened near to the buckle end on one side. Still perfectly fine for strapping in a zeltbahn etc & for mannequin display.
These were not incredibly popular with the troops giving away to more practical equipment such as the Battle rucksack later in the war.

Code: 12623