Original U.S. Vietnam War 1966 Model Lightweight Rucksack M-56 Field Pack MG 42 Mounts after clearing mines in the

after clearing mines in the vicinity of the bridge site

found on the obverse ricasso

It is also marked with serial number OR-1146 in on the bottom of the cocking handle

however the brass could be fragile on some examples

Original U.S. Vietnam War 1966 Model Lightweight Rucksack M-56 Field Pack MG 42 Mounts after clearing mines in theOriginal 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