Original German WWII SS VT Tornister Cowhide Backpack with Shoulder Straps and Partial Label - Dated 1939 Multi Nation Flags giving the overall impression of

giving the overall impression of a human spine

with a diamond symbol in the space between the chevrons and rockers

36 caliber Police Pocket model was created

These were always intended to be tight but with 30 years shrinkage might need a bit of stretching with the use of a good leather oil

Original German WWII SS VT Tornister Cowhide Backpack with Shoulder Straps and Partial Label - Dated 1939 Multi Nation Flags giving the overall impression ofOriginal Item. Only One Available. Cowhide covered rucksacks such as these were officially called Tornister (Knapsack), first designed in 1934, and were used throughout the German armed forces. This style and size was specifically used by the SS Verfgungstruppe (Disposal Force VT), which would go on to form the nucleus of the Infamous Waffen SS. The design of this pack was later changed in 1938 to have shoulder straps that interfaced with the pistol